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Montvale 2021 Clean-up Day a success
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RIVER VALE
SCHOOLS UPGRADE RESULTS? April 20 referendum tally promised soon
BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS
Patrons can now “shop” at Parkside Community Church’s newly reorganized food pantry. SEE PAGE 19
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON
CHURCH LEASE APPROVED Critics ding Calamari on DPW parking plan
BY JOHN SNYDER OF PASCACK PRESS
The Township Council has approved a $60,600 lease with Our Lady of Good Counsel Church to harbor DPW vehicles on 35 parking spaces—the lot behind the rectory— for two years. The deal obligates the town for certain maintenance and repairs and has the town taking the church in under its insurance for the use. Critics weighed in at the council meeting of April 19, at which the ordinance passed. Several residents are not satisfied with answers they were given, including over legality, costs, ethics, and transparency. Township Attorney Kenneth Poller advised the council not to
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THE BIG PICTURE: The Montvale Environmental Commission, Montvale Boy Scout Troop 334, Montvale Cub Scout Pack 336, Montvale Girl Scouts, Montvale Senior Club, the mayor and council, and many residents pitched in for this sixth annual effort. thanking 110 residents who showed up to clean up on the weekend of April 10. “Montvaleʼs 2021 Clean-up Day was late this year but still a huge success. We had 110 residents lend hands around town and collected well over 1,000 HE BOROUGH IS
pounds of trash,” the borough says on its website. Volunteers started at 9 a.m. on Saturday “and though the event was scheduled to end at noon some residents kept going throughout the weekend. Participants received a Bergen County Clean Community Mask, a
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Valley Chabadʼs Friendship Circle launched its spring session with a fun Sunday Circle at Valley Chabadʼs open tent.
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reusable shopping bag, T-shirts, and a backpack.” Bob Hanrahan, chair of the Montvale Environmental Commission, said, “With the help of the Montvale Environmental Commission, Montvale Boy
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District officials and voters are waiting to learn the results of the April 20 schools referendum, questions that proposed $35.7 million in new debt on facility improvements at Holdrum Middle and Roberge and Woodside Elementary schools. With state aid and capital reserves, the total project amount pending is approximately $42.5 million. Many residents who voted did so at two polling stations, and those ballots are counted first. After that is the tally of mail-in and provisional votes. County elections officials anticipated final results by either Monday, April 26, or Tuesday, April 27. River Vale Public Schools interim Superintendent Frank Alvarez told Pascack Press on April 21, “We appreciate all the community members who took the time to learn about the bond proposal and who voted. No matter the ultimate results of this referendum, we will pursue strategies that maintain the high quality of the River Vale district.” The district said on its website, “We will share election results from the Bergen County Clerk as soon as they are available. The election must be certified by May 3, but we hope to have final See RESULTS on page 304
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This week 115 years ago, River Vale split from the Township of Washington and Hillsdale to become the final Pascack Valley community to incorporate. Kristin Beuscher has the story. SEE PAGE 4
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ‘Unpacking Family Baggage’ To the editor: to the A Hills–Valley Coalition community: Wow! We are so thankful N
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to the 250+ members who registered for “Unpacking Family Baggage” on Wednesday evening, [April 14]. Dr. [Claudia] Blackʼs presentation was educational, engaging and most importantly made each participant take a moment to reflect on what “baggage” they carry with them
throughout their own lives. The success of an event is not measured in the number of people that attend, but more accurately by the number of people who were impacted by the presenters words and going by the overwhelming (and yes it was overwhelming) positive responses we received from attendees we would say the evening was a success! We would like to, once again, thank our sponsors without whom events like this cannot happen. We also encourage you to check our website regularly and follow us on social media for upcoming event information and ways that you can be a link in the chain that makes us stronger as a coalition.
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Ruocco says tax hike is unnecessary To the editor: of the budget IHillsdale introduced on April 6 at the Council meeting. The AM SKEPTICAL
$120,000 increase in trash removal expense to provide for twice a week pick-up is not necessary. It reverses efforts the Borough Council made years ago to keep expenses under control. It also ignores residentsʼ comments regarding the increased amount of recycling being done in town. But most objectionable is the questionable decision to increase taxes by 5.33% starting in July,
the sole reason for which is to put a required 5% down payment on a $10 million bond for two projects that have not been discussed openly by the Council in public. Moreover, one of these projects, for a community center, hasnʼt even been defined in terms of size, cost, location, and ongoing operating expense. And the annual cost to service the debt? Were it not for this down payment, Hillsdaleʼs taxes would remain flat for 2021. The Council has not researched an alternative solution, which is using the Bethany Community Center about a mile away [in the Township of Washington] which has meeting rooms, a stage area, day care, basketball courts, a running track, outdoor playground, an indoor pool with locker facilities, and kitchen facilities. Yet, some Council members say “we must move ahead immediately.” Thatʼs usually a red flag. There is no reason to rush on a major project that is going to lay on residents the biggest percentage tax increase in 13 years. Rates are low and unlikely to move up significantly in the near future given Federal Reserve intentions and comments nationwide by real estate brokers. Moreover, the construction market is overpriced and unsettled right now. The Council
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should take its time, develop a consensus this year as to what it wants both with respect to the community center and the turfing of Centennial Field, then price it out. If the cost is modest, say approximately $5 million, it can be incorporated into the 2022 budget and we can tap the debt markets in spring 2022. If the cost is significantly higher than that, put the question up to the public in a referendum in November this year. Some Council members say “the residents want these things; they pay high taxes now and want services for their money.” Is the proper response then to increase those taxes even more for projects that havenʼt been thoughtfully planned, priced, and discussed in public sessions? That is what typical run-of-the-mill politicians do in Trenton and in Washington. Politicians love to dole out goodies; itʼs the easiest way to say they did something and get votes. If Hillsdale residents tolerate that in its elected officials, then they better be prepared to open their wallets and smile when they get picked, starting this July. I believe the Council needs to proceed responsibly. We all ran under the banner of “Republicans for Responsible Government.” As
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WAYPOINT YANKS ITS 157-UNIT BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS
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After more than a year of hearings and without saying why, Waypoint Residential Services withdrew its application to build a 157unit active-adult senior complex on
Land Use Administrator Lorraine Hutter and Hutterʼs assistant, Erica Davenport. Asked by Planning Board Chair John DePinto if he had any information to share about the future of the property, Wolfson said, “I do not.” Hutter asked Wolfson to put the notice of withdrawal in writing
sity from Mayor Michael Ghassali, a voting Planning Board member, and DePinto. Moreover, the projectʼs 11 variances, highlighted in a chart created by board planner Darlene Green, also seemed a sticking point for board members, with several asking if they could be reduced or the project moderated to require
February, both the mayor and board chair offered suggestions to the applicant to reduce the projectʼs density. Ghassali said he had spoken out consistently against the proposalʼs high density, building height and parking. He said he “loved” the age restriction and the proposed public walking trail. In February, he told Wolfson “the density is higher than what we
need there, the height is an issue. These two will take care of the parking.” Also earlier this year, planners voted unanimously against requiring a “D” or use variance of the applicant after an 11th-hour challenge by nearby Summit Ridge Condominium Associationʼs attorney Peter Kurshan. Wolfson had questioned the late CONTINUED ON PAGE 16
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115 years ago, River Vale became the final Pascack Valley community to incorporate. An act of the New Jersey State legislature April 30, 1906 “set apart a portion of the territories of the Township of Hillsdale and the Township of Washington…to create a new township, to be called River Vale.” The town takes its name from its location on the Hackensack River. River Vale, and indeed the Pascack Valley, had been part of the 30-square-mile Township of Washington dating back to 1840. At the end of the 19th century, one by one, sections broke off to form the Pascack Valley regionʼs municipalities. The reason was simple. Prior to 1894, each public school in a township was its separate school district. Then in 1894, a new law enacted by the state legislature consolidated all schools within one township into a single district. Not only did this stifle the concept of “home rule” of the local schools, but it also had implications for taxes. The new township-wide district was to assume all debts of the individual districts it absorbed. That meant if one school district was sorely in debt, the burden would be spread among taxpayers across the 30-square-mile township. The loophole to all of this was HIS WEEK
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that any city, borough or incorporated town could be its own school district, separate and distinct from the township district. As if it were a mandate for division, a phenomenon historians call Borough Fever began. Four boroughs broke off in that first year. River Vale was the last to incorporate, seceding in 1906. Ultimately, the Township of Washington was reduced from the size of the entire Pascack Valley (that is, all those towns listed on Pascack Pressʼ masthead) to its present 3 square miles. The phenomenon wasnʼt limited to our Pascack Valley. Within a couple of decades, Bergen County had transformed enormously. Previously divided into a handful of large townships, by the first decade of the 1900s the county was a jigsaw puzzle of little boroughs, each with its own ruling body. The editor of the Hackensack Republican newspaper opined in January 1906, “Word comes from Trenton that a scheme is afoot to create another borough in Bergen County, out of that part of Washington Township lying east of Westwood, known as River Vale. Bergen County has boroughs enough—it is a gridiron of boroughs—and the Legislature should smother any further efforts to create more twopence-haʼpenny municipalities here.” A portion of what is now River Vale had attempted to incorporate previously. In 1894, at the height of “Borough Fever,” a borough called Eastwood joined the new boroughs of Westwood, Montvale, Park Ridge and Woodcliff in incorporating. However, with a population of just 150, Eastwood ended up reverting back to the Township of Washington in 1896. When River Vale did finally incorporate, the former Eastwood was included within its boundaries. River Vale held its first local election, on June 12, 1906, to select members for a Township Committee, a precursor to todayʼs mayor and council. Beck, Charles George Fournier, and Joseph Kociemba were elected, with Beck as chairman. Less than a week later, on June
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HOW IT WAS THEN: As the 20th century dawned, these views were captured in River Vale. The top photo, taken on the Holdrum Farm, shows the massive amount of open space that existed. The photo at right looks north on Rivervale Road from the area of presentday Woodland Road. Rivervale Road was a dirt lane traversed by the occasional horse-drawn wagon.
18, 1906, came the first municipal meeting, held in a chapel at the corner of Rivervale Road and Piermont Avenue. That beautiful chapel is long gone, but the township still possesses the original book containing the minutes of the first meeting. That evening, the men set a time and place for future sessions;
they decided to meet the first Monday evening of every month in the old schoolhouse on the property of Abram C. Holdrum. While “the old schoolhouse” seems vague for us today, this would have been a familiar location to River Vale residents of 1906. Holdrum, a state assembly-
RIVER VALE CHAPEL at the northwest corner of Rivervale Road and Piermont Avenue was the first meeting place of the Township Committee after its formation in 1906. In 1916 the chapel was destroyed in a fire.
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man, was integral to the formation of the new township. In 1895, when Eastwood had built a new school, Holdrum moved the old one-room schoolhouse a little over a mile away to his farm on Rivervale Road for use as a carriage house. The new township committee also authorized the town clerk and assessor to purchase any necessary books, stationery and seal, etc., “for the rise of River Vale Township.” They also appointed a township attorney in Wendell J. Wright and an official town physician in Dr. Theodore E. Townsend of Westwood. Townsend (1870–1930) owned the first automobile in town. In those days, tire tracks signaled a visit from the doctor. After its formation, the Township of River Vale remained a largely agricultural community, covered by large swaths of farmland and forest, for decades until the building boom of the 1950s. At the time of its incorporation, about 350 people lived in the entire town. That number slowly rose over the 1,000 mark by midcentury before exploding to over 5,000 during the 1950s. By 1970, about 9,000 people—close to todayʼs number—called River Vale home.
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Since Stonybrook Swim & Recreation Club memberships opened March 31, hundreds of families have registered, an incresase of nearly 60% over 2019, said pool administrators. Of the 421 families who have registered, 229 were resident families and 192 were non-resident families. Based on current enrollment, the club should be generating about $288,000 and has so far collected $147,000. The club, at 183 Cedar Lane,
is being prepared for its Memorial Day opening, May 29. As part of its 2021 membership drive, Stonybrook is partnering with local businesses that were impacted by Covid-19 to provide savings to members. Members can buy $20 discount cards good for deals at participating local businesses between Memorial Day and year end, including at Jackʼs Cafe, Reillyʼs Rib Cage, Prohibition, Preppy Pampered Pups, Park Avenue Hair, and Mathnasium. Residents and members can reserve their card through Community Pass at register.communitypass.net/reg/index.cfm or at the
club starting Memorial Day weekend. “Residing on the eastern edge of Hillsdale, the 12-acre property of Stonybrook is the perfect summer club for the entire family. Kids can jump into our diving pool, or slide down our 14foot slide, while parents swim in our heated competition pool,” notes the poolʼs website. The club offers members a snack bar, a basketball court, parties, live bands, and playgrounds. The club has five pools, for different ages or activities. The club also offers learn-to-swim programs, in addition to swim and dive teams.
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SOBKOWICZ SPEAKS ON HER EFFORTS TO LAND PASCACK ROAD LOT BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS
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The immediate past mayor told the governing body on April 19 that her administration was willing to offer owners at 450 Pascack Road up to $700,000 for their property, but that one current owner asked for another $100,000 when they were close to concluding the deal. Meanwhile, Township Attorney Kenneth Poller was asked April 19 about the general status of negotiations for 450 Pascack Road, as the appraisal was ordered in mid-February. “Let me just say this: There havenʼt been negotiations. Weʼre waiting for the appraisal,” he said. 450 Pascack Road, adjacent to Memorial Field and Washing-
ton Elementary School, would be a plumb property for the town, say residents who have turned out to press the current governing body to act before the tract goes to a developer. Mayor Peter Calamari,
recently explaining his rationale in pursuing this 3.2-acre mostly wooded tract and the 6-acre pri-
(See “Calamari explains his interest in two key properties,” April 17.)
“I went up to $700,000 and he [Morris] said ʻThis is greatʼ because I was applying for a
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vate Washington Township Swim and Recreation Club, said, “We look back and question why previous administrations chose not to proactively acquire 450 Pascack Road when they had the opportunity to protect it from overdevelopment.” He said, “The cost back then was significantly less than it is now. There were grants available back then to further reduce the cost to the taxpayers.”
Janet Sobkowicz, a member of the town Republican committee, who wielded the gavel before Calamari, said that two prior administrations to hers had negotiated off and on with Robert Morris, one of 450 Pascack Roadʼs owners, to attempt to purchase the tract. She said she also negotiated with Morris. Characterizing those negotiations by phone, Sobkowicz said,
grant, and a few weeks after that he came in and said I need another hundred thousand.ʼ” “So I really believe he never really wanted to get to the end of it. He wanted to stay where he was and I donʼt blame him,” said the former mayor— noting the benefits of living on Pascack Road near the shopping center and other amenities. She said during her negotiCONTINUED ON PAGE 33
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A proposed $1.9 million refurbishing of two popular recreational fields—Hillman and Villano—will be a priority if the town and school board receive a more than $600,000 municipal park development grant from Bergen County. A public hearing on the proposed grant is set for Tuesday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m. The borough filed a letter of intent April 9 to apply for nearly $633,333 in 2021 Bergen County Trust Fund Municipal Program for Park Development funds and must submit a final grant proposal by May 14, according to county officials. The recreational fields are coowned by Emerson and the borough Board of Education. Hermansen said if funds are awarded theyʼll likely be notified by December. He said the turfing of both fields would be done in phase II of the project, at a cost of about $2 million or more, and would likely be applied for in a 2022 county grant. The borough and local school district will also each be contributing an equal matching amount of funding, $633,300, to complete a multi-phase project with various improvements.
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CANNABIS CONUNDRUM: PUBLIC, POLS, PONDER POTENTIAL BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS
MONTVALE
Nearly two dozen borough residents expressed contrasting opinions at an April 15 public forum on whether cannabis should be available at local shops, with some calling for a ban, some promoting tax revenues to be gained, and others calling for more research on the issue. A half-dozen in-person speakers and about 18 online commenters expressed opinions, some two or three times, during nearly two hours of a town hall meeting held by the Montvale mayor and council. Mayor Michael Ghassali said 51 folks tuned into the Zoom meeting and about eight people came to council chambers to participate. Officials said they hope to introduce an ordinance on cannabis May 4. Almost half the speakers said that while they might not want a local medical dispensary or marijuana retail shop, other marijuanarelated options might be considered such as cultivation, manufacturing, wholesaling, distributing or delivery. Moreover, a majority of residents agreed that despite their opposition to any local marijuana businesses, its legalization means that residents may be going to another neighboring town or even nearby New York, which recently legalized cannabis, to purchase recreational marijuana. Borough Attorney Joseph Voytus told residents that even if officials decide to opt out of all six
cannabis businesses before the Aug. 22 state deadline, they can decide at any time after that to opt back into any marijuana business they wish to permit. Voytus said that more details about local cannabis rules, including the maximum number of local cannabis licenses, should be forthcoming from the stateʼs new Cannabis Regulatory Commission, which met officially April 12 for the first time. Currently, the commission regulates 15 medical marijuana dispensaries that serve nearly 106,000 patients, and has plans to expand medical marijuana by adding 24 medical marijuana entities, including 15 new dispensaries, four cultivation centers and five vertically-integrated alternative treatment centers, wherein the same company grows, manufactures and sells medical marijuana. Expanding the stateʼs medical marijuana industry, said CRC officials at its first meeting, holds the key to effectively launching the stateʼs recreational marijuana industry. The CRC is not yet accepting recreational marijuana license applications and so-called “adult-use” or recreational cannabis outlets are unlikely to open before 2022, said CRC officials. In their own words Several residents came out strongly against marijuana-related enterprises in town, alleging marijuana was a “gateway drug” to further drug abuse and more crime in town. However, local officials—like those in every Pascack Valley town—face an Aug. 22 state dead-
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line to decide which, if any, of six possible cannabis enterprises may be allowed to operate in town. Many Pascack Valley towns appear to be fully opting out, due to time constraints on passing an ordinance, and appear to be taking a wait-and-see attitude on whether a future cannabis business opportunity makes sense. If a town does not pass its own ordinance prohibiting or limiting the six types of cannabis licenses available, that town becomes automatically open for the six types of marijuana businesses after Aug. 22 for five years. Local officials promised to keep an open mind, do more research, and introduce an ordinance on May 4, with a likely public hearing May 25. Resident George Booth questioned how much revenue could really be raised on a 2% local excise tax. “This [Montvale] is the crown jewel and we need to keep it that way,” said Booth, noting he was “adamantly opposed” to selling marijuana in town. “Let Montvale be clean and safe.” Jarret Schumacher, a former council candidate, said the belief that marijuana was a gateway drug was a “complete myth” and said revenues from alternate marijuana businesses such as cultivation or a distribution center might be considered, and help reduce taxes. He called it “rather hypocritical” for some residents to say marijuana is an evil drug when people can purchase alcohol, cigarettes and vape products, yet no one will be permitted to purchase marijuana though itʼs now legal. Schumacher urged the town
to “think long term” about a marijuana business at a vacant or soon to be vacant property, noting a fourth round of affordable housing obligations are likely after July 2025, and vacant/empty properties may be eyed for future affordable units. Hal Glaser, a former prosecutor, said he found prosecuting marijuana offenses “an incredible waste of resources” and wondered why Montvale would turn away a viable business opportunity. “If we can sell alcohol, we can sell weed,” he said, noting residents will get their recreational marijuana nearby if they cannot get it in Montvale. Noting the potential tax benefits to the town, he said residents “should have the opportunity and availability to get it here.” Carolee Adams cited a National Institute of Drug Abuse study noting the study found cannabis use among teens can lead to drug abuse and addiction, and cannabis users had higher rates of using hard drugs. Adams said medical marijuana research is fine at local Memorial Sloan Kettering labs, but thatʼs the only use Montvale should allow. Dana Venturo said “We as a society need to destigmatize marijuana” and that while marijuana treats anxiety, pain and other conditions, alcohol does not. Matt Solomon questioned whether towns where pot was sold saw an uptick in crime and asked whether the Chamber of Commerce had surveyed businesses about impacts of prospective marijuana businesses coming to town. Ghassali said he did not know of any data on crime stats near
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Master plan update seeks input via survey, workshop WOODCLIFF LAKE
A committee charged with planning for Woodcliff Lakeʼs future is surveying residents about quality-of-life concerns and holding a May 12 forum to discuss its findings and explore a long-range vision for the borough. Councilwoman Josephine Higgins, chair of the Master Plan Committee, told Pascack Press, “We want to keep it as residential as possible. We want to keep it as green as possible. We want to hear anything that people feel will be important to have here over the next 10 years.” Higgins, a Democrat, was appointed committee chair by Mayor Carlos Rendo, a Republican. Most master plan updates are conducted every decade, although itʼs been nearly two decades between comprehensive reviews for Woodcliff Lake. Earlier this year, the council hired Phillips Preiss Grygiel LLC for $50,000 to update the boroughʼs master plan, a project which had been debated for years. A community survey was sent to residents to solicit input prior to the virtual workshop. Residents can respond anonymously to the five-question survey, available in the borough
newsletter as well as online, Borough Administrator Tom Padilla told Pascack Press. Higgins spoke about the survey during the councilʼs April 19 meeting, noting the questions and upcoming forum. Padilla stressing the planʼs importance to local planning, zoning, and local quality of life. “The Woodcliff Lake Master Plan is a document describing what our town is like now and what we want it to be in the future. It gives us a long-range view of where we are, where we are going, and helps to guide decisions that our town will make about the future of land use and development,” says flyer promoting the May 12 session. The committee noted the plan “will cover diverse topics related to the natural and built environments of the town, ranging from land use and traffic circulation to community facilities and natural resource conservation. The Master Plan is adopted by the Planning Board but community input is extremely important to a successful master planning process. After all, the plan is supposed to reflect the interests and needs of the community.” The council approved $50,000 for a comprehensive master plan update earlier this year, after much wrangling over whether the expense constituted
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an “emergency appropriation” as well as possible legal implications of a non-compliant and outdated master plan. One major sticking point: development along the Broadway corridor, where a 60-unit apartment complex at 188 Broadway was proposed and rejected in 2019. The developer, 188 Broadway LLP, has now proposed a 53unit apartment complex for the site. No hearing date was set at press time. During late 2020, debate on whether to approve a comprehensive master plan update, Zoning Board Chair Christina Hembree, Zoning Board attorney Sal Princiotto, and former Planning Board
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member Corrado Belgiovine called into council meetings to voice support for its update. Attorneys for 188 Broadway previously alleged that the Master Plan was not viable in 2019 because it had not been updated in over a decade, although borough attorneys said a recent reexamination had updated the plan. Moreover, Rendo, long a supporter of a master plan update, said residents would have multiple
opportunities to weigh in on potential updates. He stated then that although no potential developers were on the horizon trying to purchase local properties, that could change as economic conditions change, and a comprehensive planning document was needed to address development challenges. A new round of affordable housing obligations begins in July 2025. How new obligations will be calculated is unknown as well as whether state superior courts will adjudicate municipal obligations. Officials said the community survey takes five minutes to complete. Its five questions provide space for residents to address questions concerning the boroughʼs image, its best assets, its biggest challenges, in the next decade, their vision for Woodcliff Lake, and any additional topics that residents wish to raise. For more information about the community survey, a registration form for the May 12 online workshop, and the Master Plan, see “2021 Master Plan” on the borough website, wclnj.com.
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Robert Oppelt elected to lead Post 153 in a challenging year
Longtime resident Robert Oppelt was elected commander of the Cpl. Jedh C. Barker American Legion Post 153 on April 13. Replacing River Vale resident Joseph Collery, he will be installed at the May 11 meeting at post headquarters, 118 Ridge Ave. During the past year Oppelt served as third vice commander. Heʼs a veteran of the United States Navy, having served during the Vietnam era. He told Pascack Press on April 20 that his first priorities are relaunching the postʼs fundraising efforts and making a stronger case to his inactive members to get more involved. “Theyʼre both number one,” he said of the priorities. He said he would rely less on an expensive monthly newsletter and more on email outreach, and was going to more aggressively pursue veterans who served “forward of Vietnam.” “Maybe when they see all we have going on theyʼll be more
active,” he said. The pandemic has made it impossible for the post to do any serious fundraising, including renting their hall, in a year. The post, at 118 Ridge Ave., is composed of veterans who take the lead in some of the boroughʼs most sacred ceremonies, including the annual 9/11 memorial, the Memorial Day parade, and Veteranʼs Day ceremonies. Mayor Keith Misiagna reported that the post made the difficult decision last week to cancel its 2021 Memorial Day Parade over safety concerns. He said it will hold a ceremony in Veterans Park at 10 a.m. on Memorial Day. (For more on the post and its fundraising challenges, and some local heroes, see “Jersey Mikeʼs, Tigermarket rally for American Legion Post 153,” March 29, 2021.) Post 153 told Pascack Press last week that Oppelt has been a resident of the borough since
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volunteer boards, including the Office of Emergency Management, the Green Team, and as fire commissioner. He also served on the Tenafly Fire Department and Bergenfield Fire Rescue Squad. He and his wife, Randi, have three children and five grandchildren. Prior to joining the American Legion, Oppelt served as the council liaison to the post and assisted in coordinating the Memorial Day Parade and the annual Patriot Day observance. He said that a proud accomplishment during his years serving on the council was in 2012 when he played a pivotal role in honoring post namesake Jedh C. Barker, a U.S. Marine Medal of Honor
recipient killed in Vietnam. For more than 50 years Oppelt worked in the international cargo logistics/shipping industry. On his departure from the Borough Council in 2018, Oppelt told Pascack Press his Planning Board tenure was “an eye-opener” for him, as it provided a close-up view of borough policymaking and led to important relationships with borough professionals. “Itʼs a great training ground for the council because you get to know a lot about what goes on in town.” Oppelt also said he was proud his council service helped him get veterans more involved in town business and events.
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An ordinance to prohibit all six types of now state-sanctioned marijuana-related businesses was introduced, 5–1, on April 13. A public hearing on the ordinance, 21-08, is expected June 14. Only councilwoman Janetta Trochimiuk voted against the ordinanceʼs introduction, noting that it would still be introduced even with her opposition. Borough Attorney Mark Madaio said the ordinance is similar to one most towns in the Pascack Valley are adopting. Itʼs based on a template developed by the advisory state League of Municipalities, an advocacy organization for the stateʼs 565 municipalities. Ruocco noted that passing such an ordinance “buys us time.” Both Madaio and Ruocco noted that the borough has until Aug. 22 to pass an ordinance prohibiting or restricting marijuana enterprises approved under legalization. Even if an ordinance is passed to ban all six types of businesses, a community can decide to opt back in at any time, said Madaio. However, he said if an ordinance is not passed before Aug. 22, a community must remain open to cannabis businesses for five years before they can again opt out of the law. Gov. Phil Murphy signed marijuana legalization legislation Feb. 22 to authorize six types of
cannabis business licenses: cultivator, manufacturer, wholesaler, distributor, retailer, and delivery. A state referendum to legalize marijuana passed by an almost 2:1 margin on Nov. 3, with similar approval rates in Pascack Valley. Currently, no Pascack Valley town allows even a medical cannabis dispensary, and statewide only 15 such facilities are permitted. More are likely to be permitted soon, while recreational cannabis retail shops may not be permitted until later this year or 2022, said Cannabis Regulatory Commission officials in mid-April. Madaio warned council members that if an ordinance is not approved by Aug. 22, any business person can come in and open a retail cannabis store. “Donʼt rely on your current local ordinances to defend yourself against these [businesses],” said Madaio. Councilman John Escobar wondered if Demarest Farms could cultivate marijuana on its property. Madaio said there was no firm answer on the question after consultations with the county agriculture board and state farm bureau. “These are questions that are going to be out there for awhile,” said Madaio. Ruocco said they were researching current state right-tofarm protections, cannabis growing and environmental controls needed for cannabis cultivation. “Towns just donʼt have the foggiest ideas as to what theyʼre getting into at this moment.” Also, Madaio said, if a cannabis business was to come to
Hillsdale during a period when such businesses were permitted, and then the borough opted out of all cannabis licenses after the five-year initial period, that business or businesses would be grandfathered in and permitted to remain open. “Think of this ordinance as a safe harbor while you consider the future,” said Madaio. According to the ordinance, the governing body has determined that, “due to present uncertainties regarding the potential future impacts that allowing one
or more classes of cannabis business might have on New Jersey municipalities in general, and on the Borough of Hillsdale in particular, it is at this time necessary and appropriate, and in the best interest of the health, safety and welfare of the Borough of Hillsdaleʼs residents and members of the public who visit, travel, or
conduct business in the Borough of Hillsdale, to amend the Borough of Hillsdaleʼs zoning regulations to prohibit all manner of marijuana related land use and development within the geographic boundaries of the Borough of Hillsdale and to prohibit all six marketplace classes of licensed businesses.”
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EMERSON 20 Palisade Ave. (201) 261-5604 emersonlibrary.org • Magical Melodies meets on Mondays from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. on Facebook Live. High-energy songs, dancing, and instruments for ages 2–4. • Baby & Me is on Facebook Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. Newborn to 2. Introduces songs, dance and finger plays with stuffed animals and rhymes.
HILLSDALE 509 Hillsdale Ave. (201) 358-5072 hfpl.org • Maria Elena BaezDominguez leads free Virtual Chair Yoga classes over Zoom on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Register on the libraryʼs website.
• Relax and recharge during a mid-week Guided Meditation with Maria. This Zoom program runs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. Visit the libraryʼs website for more information and to register. • Zumba via Zoom Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. Janet Weller, personal trainer and group fitness instructor, leads a dance-based workout. Register online. MONTVALE 12 Mercedes Drive, Suite 100 (201) 391-5090 montvalelibrarynj.org • Little ones are invited to Move and Groove on Zoom each Tuesday in April at 9:30 a.m. Ms. Jolie brings energy and fun as she sings, dances and gets kids grooving. Age 5 and under. Sign up online.
• Zoom to the Moon is a virtual storytime for children 2 and up. The program meets Wednesday, April 28 at 10:30 a.m. Join Ms. Liz for reading, sharing, singing, and fun. Register on the libraryʼs website. • In celebration of National Poetry Month, Montvale Library will have Virtual Poetry Readings for grades 5–12. Check out a book of poetry and choose a reading or two to share on Zoom. The event for middle schoolers (grades 5–8) is Wednesday, April 28 from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. High schoolers will have their event Thursday, April 29, 7–7:45 p.m. Invite friends! Sign up online. • Learn to Play Guitar with Giulia, a four-week beginner guitar class for adults, will run on Monday evenings, May 3, 10, 17
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Valley Chabadʼs Friendship Circle launched its spring session on Sunday, April 18 with a fun interactive Sunday Circle at Valley Chabadʼs open tent. Sara Osdoba of the Teen Leadership Initiative wrote last week, “The children with special needs
them, and even hold some of the animals. There were goats that they fed, bunny rabbits, chickens, birds and more. This was followed by a special surprise birthday party for one of our very special Friendship Circle participants.” Osdoba said the Friendship Circle “is a meaningful program that pairs teen volunteers with special needs children. The organization reaches out and extends warmth, friendship, and support to children with special needs and their families. The volunteers learn the value of
giving and cherish the experience of making a difference in a childʼs life.” She added, “The Friendship Circle hopes to impact our future by making a difference in the lives of children and teens in our community and helping them to form a special bond.” For more information about joining The Friendship Circle as a participant, volunteer, or supporter, contact Estie Orenstein at (201) 4760157 or fc@valleychabad.org.
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PARK RIDGE 51 Park Ave. (201) 391-5151 parkridge.bccls.org • Series Reading with Miss Renee, a weekly storytime program for children, is on the libraryʼs Facebook Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Log on to watch live or catch up with previous episodes. • Storytime with Miss Sherri is every Thursday at 10 a.m. on the libraryʼs Facebook page (Park Ridge Public Library-NJ). Stories, songs and a craft for little ones. • Take-and-Make Crafts with Miss Renee Fridays at 10 a.m. on the libraryʼs Facebook. You must call the library the Monday–Thursday before the craft to reserve your craft kit and it must be picked up that day. All ages are invited as Miss Renee walks kids through a fun craft at home. • Book It Club with Miss Eileen is on Facebook Live Saturdays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Stories, science and more geared towards kids in primary grades.
RIVER VALE 412 Rivervale Road (201) 391-2323 rivervalelibrary.org • Thereʼs a Spring Craft-toGo for children the week of April 26. Stop by the library this week to pick up a kindness flower craft to take home. Pre-K to fifth grade. Supplies are limited. • Virtual Chair Yoga meets via Zoom on Tuesday, April 27 at 11 a.m. This gentle form of yoga is designed for seniors and people with disabilities. Visit the libraryʼs
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Israeli Independence Day, outside, with dancing and singing. The holiday commemorates when David Ben-Gurion, soon to be Israelʼs first prime minister, publicly read the Israeli Declaration of Independence on May 14, 1948, which would come into effect on the termination of the British Mandate at midnight that day. This is the 73rd anniversary of the State of Israel. Celebrations are annually held on or around the fifth day of the month of Iyar, according to the Jewish
The most prominent symbol seen at events celebrating Yom HaʼAtzmaut is Israelʼs flag: a white rectangle in the ratio 11:8 with two horizontal blue stripes, one at the top and one at the bottom. A regular hexagram, known as the Star of David, or Megan David, is depicted in blue between the stripes. ECP Director Roni Shapiro told Pascack Press, “The children had a wonderful time celebrating the birthday of the State of Israel with their own handmade Israeli flags.”
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The River Vale Library is proud to announce the launch of its new Seed Library. Request a variety of herb, vegetable, and flower seeds to plant and grow at home. The Seed Library offers free seeds and resources for planting, growing, harvesting, and seed saving. The library says, “Our Seed Library is about empowering community members to grow their own
food, and reconnecting the community to the outdoors and the tradition of growing tasty, healthy food. Check with the River Vake Public Library on books about gardening. Donors are Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds, Burpee High Mowing Organic Seeds, Hudson Valley Seed Company, and Territorial Seed Company. For more information, visit rivervalelibrary.org/seed-library.
Gottheimer nominates three for academies
U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) has congratulated the Fifth District high school students he nominated to one of the four U.S. service academies this cycle, including the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Gottheimer selected 34 students, including three from the Pascack Valley, through the counsel of a community advisory board comprised of local leaders and veterans who have served in different branches of the armed
forces. He said in a press statement that the board helped him select the best, brightest, most wellrounded group of students to be nominated. “One of my favorite parts of my job is getting to meet all the incredible students who show such a strong dedication to serving our country at such a young age, and Iʼm happy that this event was able to happen virtually,” he said after giving his congratulations at a reception April 18 over Zoom. “Each one of them has displayed excellence in academics,
athletics, and in their communities and I am so impressed and so proud of what theyʼve accomplished and what they will accomplish. Their dedication to service is admirable and I will continue to do whatever I can in Congress to support those who serve and have served our country.” From the Pascack Valley, he nominated Sean Cuffe, USMA, from Hillsdale; Charles Goertz, USAFA, from Montvale; and Shane McCarroll, USMMA, from Emerson. More information is available on Gottheimerʼs House website.
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early if you would like help getting set up. Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., the organizationʼs membership exceeds 364,000 in more than 16,200 clubs in 145 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders. Valley Toastmasters meets on the first and third Mondays of the month from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. For Zoom access, write to maxinekaufman@optonline.net.
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Fields: Hearing on proposed grant request May 4 and concerts, among other improvements. Hillman Park was established through a generous land donation by Richard Hillman, a 60-year Emerson resident who passed away in 1959. Hillman Park consists of ball fields, playground equipment, and a concession stand. It is located between the Emerson Public Library and the Emerson Fire House on Thomas Street. Villano Field consists of
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two baseball fields located behind the Patrick M. Villano Elementary School, off of Linwood Avenue.
Hoffman comes out against grant application Although no formal vote was taken on submitting a letter of intent to apply, Council President Kenneth Hoffman said he was not in favor of submitting a grant if the boroughʼs cost was “too high.” He opposed the action. All other council members were in favor of having the boroughʼs grant consultant put
together a grant application for further review. “To me itʼs not worth it, if the ultimate cost to the town is minimal or nothing, then fine, but if youʼre talking about a substantial amount of numbers on it like last year, then Iʼm a no on it,” Hoffman said. Borough Administrator Robert Hermansen provided details April 6, noting that while the district has a capital reserve fund for such expenses, the borough does not, and must “pay as we go.”
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He said artificial turfing of fields would likely be done first, followed by lighting and improvements to the various recreational facilities. He also noted should council decide to not move forward with its part of the grant via a shared service agreement with the district, the school board could still complete its part of the project. “This is something that everybody would get something out of and a lot of people would be very jealous of the facilities youʼll have there” when completed, Hermansen said. He added that it would take “significant time” for the boroughʼs grant writer to put together the open space grant, and that more “hard numbers” would be available for council review before
any final grant submission. This would include vendor estimates for the work needed to complete the improvements. Hoffman said it surprised him that the school board has such a large capital reserve, and wondered why they did not want to keep it for an emergency such as for expenses not covered by insurance. Hermansen told Hoffman that submitting a letter of intent or a grant does not obligate the borough in any way. He said if the project is not funded by a matching grant by the borough, the awarded grant funds must be returned to the county. However, the school board could still continue with its part of the park upgrades.
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The Chest’s first golf outing May 17
The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County presents its first Golf Outing on Monday, May 17 at noon at one of New Jerseyʼs finest golf courses, White Beeches Golf and Country Club, at 70 Haworth Dr. CDC guidelines will be followed throughout the outing. With the motto “Neighbors Helping Neighbors,” The Community Chest leads initiatives and supports nonprofits that make communities stronger and benefit people in eastern Bergen County, New Jersey. Funds raised from the golf outing will support grant awards to nonprofit agencies responding to increased need and additional services created by Covid-19 in the community. Brunch is 10:30 to noon. Tee off begins at noon, followed by cocktails at 5 p.m., then dinner.
Golfers may participate as individuals or as a foursome. The Community Chest invites individuals and businesses to become a sponsor. Sponsorsʼ support and their philanthropic endeavors in the golf outing will be highlighted in The Chestʼs marketing. Sponsors to date include: Bond Street Loans, Citi Private Bank, Hanover Insurance Group, Lakeland Bank, Otterstedt Insurance Agency, Progressive, Robert Wilkens Insurance Agency, RSK Associates, Travelers Insurance, Wells Fargo, Cullari Carrico, and Punit Menda. To register or to become a sponsor for the golf outing, visit website at the eventʼs http://bit.ly/3sRdJLA. For additional information, contact Executive Director Dr. Shelly Wimpfheimer at (201) 568-7474.
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The Community Garden at First Congregational United Church of Christ invites you to its annual organic plant sale. Ginny Millard told Pascack Press last week the event is running Friday and Saturday, May 14 and 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and Sunday, May 16 from noon to 2 p.m. High quality plants from Gilbertieʼs Herbs and Garden Center in Westport, Connecticut will be offered. A wide variety of organic vegetable and herb
plants will be available: peppers, tomatoes eggplant, cucumbers, basil, oregano, and thyme, to name a few. Millard said, “All proceeds support the Community Garden@First. Produce grown at the community garden is also shared with the Tri-Boro Food Pantry, Park Ridge.” The address is 131 Pascack Road. For more information write office@firstuccparkridge.org or visit congregationalchurch.net.
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any undertaking of such magnitude The Reserve at Montvale on Upper might encounter. it Saddle River Road And to thenow, north, appears to be coming to an resiend, Morgan Court single-family with a to Memorial dential the eastDay and Weekend Summit opening currently development being forecasted Ridge Townhouse and by parkway Borough toAdministrator Ed the the west. On the Sandve. siteʼs south side is Summit Avenue, “By May building 1, we will be the 99 pera commercial and forcent A&P complete,” Sandve tells mer headquarters previously Pascack Press. anticipates that approved for an He 80-unit townhouse the mayor and will decide development at 2council Paragon Drive. on a day in May for a ribbon cutting to let people know “we will be open Memorial Day, with a grand opening being mooted to coincide with Woodcliff Lake Day.” Sandve tells Pascack Press that “we need to do water testing, but other than that and a little vacuuming - you could swim in it today!”
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any undertaking such magnitude personal items of needed for their might encounter. And now, it families. appears be food coming to an end, The tofree pantry is open with a Memorial Day Weekend the fourth Tuesday of every month opening forecasted from 6 tocurrently 7:30 p.m.being The next distriby Borough Administrator Ed bution is April 27. Sandve. “By May 1, we will be 99 percent complete,” Sandve tells Pascack Press. He anticipates that the mayor and council will decide on a day in May for a ribbon cutting to let people know “we will be open Memorial Day, with a grand opening being mooted to coincide with Woodcliff Lake Day.” Sandve tells Pascack Press that “we need to do water testing, but other than that and a little vacuuming - you could swim in it today!”
At presscoordinator time, a subcontractor Pantry Lisa Bonis working on the walkways and temps told Pascack Press last will then acid wash the whole deck week, “We realized that giving after the bags “dirt work” is done.foods Sitepeople of random grading and seeding continues. regardless of the familyʼs actual newly-renovated swimtastesThe or needs was a wasteful way ming pool contains new walls and floors, three water features, two diving boards, an eight-lane, 25meter racing area with new starting platforms and a water slide and new re-circulation, filtration and chemical systems. Councilwoman Joanne Howley, chairperson of the Parks and Recreation Committee, describes the delight of residents when viewing the newly-filled pool during the Baseball/Softball Opening Day Ceremony Parade on
year,” says Howley. “The pool will April 9: “The kids marched from to to give out food, and weupwould bring their own reusable bags if be openin on and Woodcliff School ballfields. often see some of tothethesame items possible orderMonday to minimize Wednesday mornings for lap senior swimThegave pool out wascoming filled. back We had the plastic we to our waste. Westwood ming from 7 a.m. 9 a.m.” water features Everybody citizens donation bin thegoing. next week.” unable to until attend in person Lake residents was hanging on the fence, at may Woodcliff She added, “All of uslooking want to request a delivery from the with proof residency welit. It was to behold. was food stock oura sight kitchens with Itthose pantryof by calling are partner come to enjoy the Old Mill Pool wonderful.” things we know our families will organization Westwood for All facilities at no834-4192 charge during the According to Howley, actually eat. Why would the thatpool be Ages at (201) who will first three weekends that time the pool will different open on for Memorial Day week- coordinate any our guests?” a convenient for is open from and local are encouraged end Saturday, and Monday The guestSunday response to this delivery volunteers. to from noon until 5 p.m., and at will also shopping experience last comeInvisit. March, and running PoolMay registration is being be open noon 5 p.m.was on the June 4, through monthʼs foodtopantry extreme25, the church partheld every in May 5, 11 andreceived 12. On Father’s Day week- nered ly well and appreciated, with morning Health Barn USAfrom and 10 Ridgewood -11 a.m. atChamber Borough Hall, end,said. the Old Mill opens for the sum- the she of ComThursday evenings May grant from mer with hours Community from 11 a.m. merce, The regular Parkside who throughina state 7-9 providing p.m. and 150 Saturdays May until 8 p.m. Church fooddaily. pantry will continue are free hotinmeals from 1-3 p.m. “There is a new feature this to offer canned and dry goods, prepared by Ridgewood restaufresh fruit and vegetables, fresh rants every Tuesday from 5 to 6 and frozen meats and fish, dairy p.m. on the church porch, on Park items, personal care items, clean- Avenue. ing supplies, diapers and more. Homebound seniors may Parkside was the first church receive one of these meals also by to partner with CONNEX4NPO, a Future contacting Westwood for All “The Is Hair Now” Westwood-based non-profit that Ages sources food donationsShampoo, from TradDonations non-perishable Cut & ofBlow Dry er Joeʼs and other food distributors food items, household supplies, Only $18 Reg. $36 and remains an integral partner in or toiletries may be deposited at hairinextra) addressing food insecurity in (long any time the donation box on Westwood and surrounding comthe churchʼs New Clients Only •front Withporch. This Ad munities Most•needed are personal 289 Westwood Ave., Westwood 201.666.6442 No proof of income or ID is care items, toiletries, feminine www.salonsalon.net required to shop at the pantry. The hygiene products, household only information collected is cleaning products, infant supplies names, addresses and phone num- and paper goods. The church does bers for record-keeping and com- not accept clothing, books, or furarten Outdoorrequiring Kinderg ess pliance purposes. The pantry is nishings, or foods in Read Play free and open to all. refrigeration. Covid-19 safety precautions For more information call are followed, and guests are asked (201) 666-8998.
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anyup undertaking magnitude and Carare invitedoftosuch a virtual might encounter. And now, Aprilit tooning Class on Monday, appears be coming to an end, 26 at 5:30to p.m. Have your pencil withpaper a Memorial and ready, thenDay join Weekend John on opening currently being forecasted Zoom to learn step-by-step how to by Borough draw a cartoon. Administrator Register online. Ed Sandve. “By May 1, we will be 99 percent complete,” Sandve tells Pascack Press. He anticipates that the mayor and council will decide on a day in May for a ribbon cutting to let people know “we will be open Memorial Day, with a grand opening being mooted to coincide with Woodcliff Lake Day.” Sandve tells Pascack Press that “we need to do water testing, but other than that and a little vacuuming - you could swim in it today!”
• Chair Yoga for Everyone, presented by Apple Rose Yoga, is offered free for Washington TownAt press time, on a subcontractor ship library patrons Mondays at is working on the walkways and 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Visit the will then acid wash the whole deck libraryʼs website for information. after• the “dirt work” is done. SiteVirtual Preschool Story grading and seeding continues. Time is every Tuesday at 10 a.m. TheMay newly-renovated swimthrough 4. Ages 2–5. Links ming pool contains new walls and floors, three water features, two diving boards, an eight-lane, 25meter racing area with new starting platforms and a water slide and new re-circulation, filtration and chemical systems. Councilwoman Joanne Howley, chairperson of the Parks and Recreation Committee, describes the delight of residents when viewing the newly-filled pool during the Baseball/Softball Opening Day Ceremony Parade on
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will be posted on Facebook, website to submit your childʼs YouTube, and the libraryʼs web- wish so it can be included in “Star site. You need to register only if Light, Star Bright.” says Howley. “The pool April 9: “The kidsupmarched up from year,” • In-person event: Afterwill a you want to pick the accompabe ofopen Monday and Woodcliff School beingonvirtual, in-person nying activity kit. to the ballfields. year Wednesdayatmornings forare lap about swimThe• pool wasRelease filled. We had the Storytimes the library Tuesdays, On New fromThe 7 a.m. untilwill 9 a.m.” water features Everybody resume! events be held Allyssa pop ontogoing. Facebook and toming Woodcliff Lake residents was hangingtoonshare the fence, See the libraryʼs website Instagram newlooking bookat outdoors. with proofand of to residency welit. It was book a sightreviews, to behold. It was for details sign up.are Infants releases, laughs, come to enjoy OldFridays Mill Pool wonderful.” toddlers willthe meet at and more. There is no set time for and at noMay charge during the According Howley, the pool 10facilities a.m. starting 7. Preschoolthis live program,to available on the three that the pool will open on Memorial Dayinweek(ages 2–5)weekends meet on Thursdays at libraryʼs website on demand the erfirst is open and are encouraged to end Saturday, Sunday and Monday 10 a.m. starting May 6. evening. Follow the libraryʼs visit. from noon p.m., andAllyssa will also come event: Outdoor • In-person social mediauntil to 5see when registration be open is Thursday, May 6isat being 3:30 goes live.noon to 5 p.m. on the June 4, Yoga Pool held outside every morning in May from 5, 11• Book and 12.Cooks On Father’s week- p.m. the Township of Club Day on Face10 -11 a.m. at Borough end, Wednesdays the Old Mill opens forAllyssa the sum- Washington Library. Join JackiHall, for book at noon. in May mer with regular 11 a.m. outdoor evenings yoga session forfrom all invites you into hours her from kitchen to anThursday 7-9 p.m. anda mat. Saturdays in perMay untilup 8 p.m. daily. Bring Weather cook a new dish. Recipes post- levels. from 1-3 p.m. is a new feature this mitting. Sign up online. ed the“There week prior. In person event: Snack Chat • STEAM Thursdays, a program for school-age kids, Thurs- for tweens and teens will be every days at 4 p.m. The kids make a Friday starting May 7 from 3 to 5 craft or try a science experiment. p.m. Drop by for snacks, easy Links on Facebook, YouTube and crafts, lawn games, and a space to or hang out on the libraryʼs library website. “The chat Future Is Hair Now” • In-person event: The library lawn. If you have a Nintendo bring & it along for Animal (Chil- Switch, will be celebrating Dia Shampoo, Cut Blow Dry drenʼs Book Day) with a visit Crossing island hangouts or Mario $18 Reg. $36 Kart tournaments. Weather perfrom Pete the Cat on Friday, AprilOnly Masks required. 30 from 4 to 4:30 p.m. Pete will be mitting. (long hair extra) Monthly Adult at the library for photos, dancing, New Clients• Only • With This & AdTeen and a take-home craft. Wear a Crafts continue in May with aroWestwood matherapy• 201.666.6442 dough. Visit the mask289 and Westwood maintain socialAve., distancwww.salonsalon.net libraryʼs website to register. Craft ing. No registration required. • Bedtime Story Time is the kit pickup begins May 11, and the first Wednesday of the month at 7 how-to video will be available p.m. Next date: May 5. Children starting May 13 at noon on the rgarten Outdoor of all ages are to hear calm- libraryʼs social channels. Kindeinvited s eadines R Play ing bedtime stories and rhymes via Facebook Live. Visit the libraryʼs CONTINUED ON PAGE 32
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The Pascack Valley Regional High School District is pleased to announce that the Preschool Programs will be returning to Pascack Valley and Pascack Hills high schools for the 2021–2022 school year. The preschool program is part of the high schoolsʼ Family and Consumer Science Departments Early Childhood and Family Education courses. All residents of Hillsdale, River Vale, Woodcliff Lake, and Montvale with children ages 3–4
years old can apply. Children must be 3 years old by Oct. 1 and fully toilet trained. The program runs October through May, four days a week in the mornings. Applications are due by May 3 and can be accessed at both https://tinyurl.com/PVRpreschool and on the district website at pascack.org (type in the search window “preschool”). For more information, write Andersen at Jessica jandersen@pascack.org.
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Congratulations to the world language students from the Academy of the Holy Angels in Demarest welcomed last week into national honor societies for those who excel in their studies of
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Claire Dodds of Cresskill, Samantha DeMartino of Nutley, Gwyneth Ulshoefer of Saddle Brook, Carol Laux of Westwood, and Olivia Martinez of Paramus.
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The Woodcliff Lake Public Schools Special Education Department offers services to children 3–21 experiencing difficulties in their development. Communication delays, significant lags in cognitive and social/emotional development, delayed motor development, and difficulty learning are some of the signals that may portend learning disabilities. There is no charge for this pro-
gram. Evaluation of children, who seem at risk, is available at no cost to residents of Woodcliff Lake. Please contact the Child Study Team in your area. For more information, call Jessica Ballester, supervisor of Special Education, at (201) 930-5600, ext.113. “Our belief in early intervention is the foundation of our philosophy and programs,” Ballester tells Pascack Press.
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At its meeting Monday night, the Pascack Valley Regional Board of Education voted unanimously to approve athletic trainer Steven Papa as Pascack Hillsʼ new athletic director. Papaʼs appointment was announced to faculty last Thursday in an email from Principal Tim Wieland. He will succeed Phil Paspalas, who has been a district administrator since 2007 and is retiring effective July 1. “It has been my dream for a very long time to become the athletic director here at Pascack Hills, and I am excitedly looking forward to the opportunities and challenges ahead,” Papa told the Trailblazer. He added, “Most importantly, I look forward to working hard to bring our athletic program and our Physical Education/Health Department to new heights.” In addition to the regular responsibilities of athletic director, Papa will be tasked with finding a new athletic trainer who can handle the challenges faced by student-athletes and colleagues. Like Paspalas, it is probable that Papa will play a key role in overseeing the implementation of Hillsʼ new mascot, the Broncos. District Superintendent P. Erik Gundersen praised Papa for his nearly two decades of experience getting to know students on a “granular level” as athletic trainer. He also cited Papaʼs experience working closely with coaches, which he said was an important factor as several candidates inside and outside the district were considered. The board also voted to approve the resignation of Brooks Alexander as head football coach. While Alexander will remain a social studies teacher at Hills, Gundersen said he was sad to see him resign from coaching the football team –– something he has done since 2001. According to Varsity Aces, Alexander said he was proud to be the last Pascack Hills Cowboys coach in history. He guided the football team to the playoffs eight times in his tenure. “Year after year, I always
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have somebody who comments on the positive impact that [Alexander] had on them,” Gundersen said at the board meeting. It is not yet clear who will be the head football coach for the 2021–22 school year. At Pascack Valley, the board of education approved John Puccio as the schoolʼs principal, effective July 1.
Mental health hospitalizations increase during pandemic Kelly Blundy, the chair of the boardʼs Health, Wellness, and Safety Committee, said virtual learning has had several effects on the mental wellbeing of students. While she said there was a decrease in reports of in-school substance use and bullying, Blundy cautioned that there was an increase in parent referrals of students using substances and experiencing cyberbullying. There also was an increase in mental health hospitalizations, Blundy said. In hopes of being “more proactive than reactive,” Blundy said the district was taking additional steps to protect the mental welfare of students. These include a wellness week this April, a wellness speaker series open to both parents and students, and lunch workshops for fully virtual students. BOE signals support for moving ahead with eighth period Wieland was joined by Assistant Superintendent Barry Bachenheimer and incoming Pascack Valley principal John Puccio for a presentation on schedule changes that may take effect next year. According to Wieland, out of all Hills students interviewed by their guidance counselors, 56% said they would use an additional eighth class period as a study hall, while 44% said they would take a “wide variety” of electives. Bachenheimer said the group
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of administrators was looking for the boardʼs support for continuing to collect data and covering any costs created by the modified schedule, which if implemented would require at least two new staff positions. If the new schedule is approved, course selection for an
period would be in addition to numerous curricular changes being discussed, according to board member James Stankus, who chairs the Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Committee. At a recent meeting with district supervisors, the committee
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eighth period would first be offered to rising juniors and seniors. Board President Tammy Molinelli said the board was supportive of the changes. An eighth
discussed making AP testing placement optional. Debra Stephans chosen for vacant Montvale seat At a special meeting Mon-
day, April 19, the Pascack Valley Regional Board of Education voted to select Debra Stephans to fill the open seat representing Montvale. The vacancy was due to the resignation of Janet Bissinger, who stepped down in March after serving on the BOE since 2013. Although the term she was elected to serve out expires Dec. 31, Stephans said she plans to seek election to a full three-year term in November. She will be sworn in at the BOE meeting on Monday, April 26. Stephans was elected by majority vote among BOE members. In addition to Stephans, four other candidates applied and were considered for the position: Judith Brendel, Elizabeth Gloeggler, Raymond Pawlyk, and Matthew Solomon. Stephans is a law professor at Berkeley College and the mother of three children currently in the Montvale Public Schools system. Her oldest daughter will attend Pascack Hills in 2022.
Editorʼs note: Adapted from stories first appearing April 12 and 19 at phhstrailblazer.org, the student news outlet of Pascack Hills High School. Follow the link for more on Stephans. We are reprinting with permission through our student press partnership. Jared Mitovich is Trailblazer editor-in-chief.
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including public water, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and in the air from car exhaust. Another issue is mold. There are over 100,000 types of mold, so if you get a professional analysis, it is good if they test more than just the top three to five types. You hope that your children are safe in schools, but oftentimes the old buildings have lead in the water and mold in the structures. Exposure to mold can have serious health repercussions including issues with brain function. Also, if you live in an older house, basements, poorly ventilated bathrooms and old leaks are prime spots for mold, so make sure you test for mold in addition to making sure your water is free from heavy metals. Not only can a poor diet, chemical overload, and mold or heavy metal exposure contribute to brain inflammation and autistic symptoms, but they may also be linked to ADD/ADHD, Touretteʼs syndrome, dyslexia, seizures, OCD, Aspergerʼs, bipolar, schizophrenia, and other neurological disorders. Problems like Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are neurological disorders that may be helped with brain based exercises, in addition to increased movement and major changes in diet. Remember that breaks should be worked into school, work, or homework time every 20 minutes to increase focus. Caffeine, processed foods, and sugar should be avoided. One of the most important
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similar symptoms, but also have increased hyperactivity or excessive restlessness. They also tend to fidget, shake their legs restlessly or tap pens on desks. Of course, such issues often lead to these children having trouble in school or studying, or being seen as disruptive in classes. First off, people with ADD, and especially ADHD, need plenty of movement throughout the day. Prolonged sitting is harmful for an underdeveloped brain, so I recommend taking planned “movement breaks” every 20–30 minutes. I know that many teachers read this column, so I hope you will consider building in breaks like this for all students—not just those with ADD or ADHD. This will increase focus and decrease distraction. Even a neurotypical brain starts to lose focus after 30 minutes, making it difficult to retain information. The same thing should be done at home while doing homework or studying. Even a short 20 second break every 20 minutes to do some physical exercise can be highly beneficial for information retention. You can do some push ups, jumping jacks, leg kicks, shadow boxing, hula hoop, dancing, jumping rope, or whatever you like that gets your body moving. Finally, lifestyle and nutrition are extremely important. We all remember days of going out to play with friends all day, then when the streetlights came on we ran home for a nice home-cooked dinner. We spent time outside in the sun and in nature and had companionship. All of these things are good for the frontal cortex.
Fresh food is also important—people with ADD/ADHD should also avoid processed foods, sugar, stimulants, caffeine, juices, food dyes, and preservatives. It is much healthier to eat organic foods that are not sprayed with pesticides, and eat each color of the rainbow with fruits and vegetables every day. You can add in wild Atlantic, Norwegian, or Icelandic Fish, Organic free roaming humanely raised poultry or eggs, and organic grass-fed meats with no steroids or antibiotics. Remember, “You are what you eat,” so if you eat an animal that is depressed, anxious, gets no exercise, is fed GMO corn full of Round-Up, or that is pumped with harmful drugs, you take in all of that bad stuff into your own body. There are additional lifestyle factors that are important for people with ADD/ADHD and are important for everyone, such as eating right, keeping active, avoiding sitting for too long, and getting outside in the sun which is particularly crucial for people with conditions affecting the brain. Special offer! Please remember to spread the word and take advantage of this weekʼs offer for a free neurological evaluation for the month of May, if you mention this article. To make your appointment, please call our office at (201) 261-2150, text (646) 221-6738, or email us at info@kaplanbrainandbody.com. Learn more at www.kaplandc.com and always remember: Function better, Feel better, Live better!
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“In this challenging time of social isolation, distancing, and restriction on gatherings, Our Lady of Mercy Church in Park Ridge has endeavored to stay in touch with its parishoners. “Under the spiritual guidance of our new administrator, Fr. Vincent DʼAgostino, several opportunities to worship and grow in faith are offered. Thatʼs according to OLM in an invitation directing readers to urolm.orgm which “provides an opportunity to register to attend daily and Sunday Masses in person or to view it online. The Sunday Mass also is broadcast on PKRG, channel 77 on optimum
or channel 22 on Verizon, every Sunday at 10 a.m.” OLM adds that the website contains information on events, the weekly bulletin, a newsletter, a video library, a link to Our Lady of Mercy Academy, weekly messages from Fr. Vincent, and more. The church also invites readers to follow it on Facebook at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Park Ridge. OLM encourages all parishoners to update their contact information and email addresses, either through the website or by contacting the Rectory at (201) 391-5315. Parish news is shared through the website, Facebook, and email messages.
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Before the Covid-19 pandemic, residents 55 and over enjoyed meeting at the Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave., mornings on the second Tuesday of each month. During the year the Westwood Senior Fellowship enjoyed luncheons, trips, and special events. According to organizer Judy
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ROBERT HANRAHAN, chair of the Montvale Environmental Commission, “organizes and deploys” 110 Montvale Clean-up Day volunteers on Saturday, April 10. To his left is commission secretary Ellen Riccardi.
334, 10 of them actually reside in Woodcliff Lake but went out of their way to help a neighboring community.” He noted these events are supported by the Bergen County Clean Communities program, “from which the borough receives significant support throughout the year.” — Photos by Colin Hanrahan; story by John Snyder
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those employed (both part time and full time) for three of the last five years. • Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees (SIMPLE). If you want a plan that encourages employees to save for retirement, a SIMPLE IRA might be appropriate for you. In order to select this plan, you must have 100 or fewer eligible employees who earned $5,000 or more in compensation in the preceding year and have no other employersponsored retirement plans to which contributions were made or accrued during that calendar year. There are no annual IRS filings or complex paperwork, and employer contributions are tax deductible for your business. The plan encourages employees to save for retirement through payroll deductions; contributions are immediately 100% vested. The maximum salary deferral limit to a SIMPLE IRA plan cannot exceed $13,000 for 2019. If an employee is 50 or older before Dec. 31, then an additional catch-up contribution of $3,000 is permitted. Each year the employer must decide to do either a matching contribution (the lesser of the employeeʼs salary deferral or 3% of the employeeʼs compensation) or non-matching contribution of 2% of an employeeʼs compensation (limited to $280,000 for 2019). All participants in the plan must be notified of the employerʼs decision each year no later than Nov. 2 for the upcoming year. • Defined benefit pension plan. This type of a plan may be a good solution for a profitable company with stable cash flow with intentions of benefitting employees over the age of 40. This type of plan can also help build savings quickly. It generally produces a much larger taxdeductible contribution for your business than a defined contribution plan; however, annual employer contributions are mandatory since each participant is promised a monthly benefit at retirement age. Since this plan is more complex to administer, the services of an enrolled actuary are required. All plan assets must be held in a pooled account, and your employees cannot Certain direct their investments. factors affect an employerʼs contribution for a plan, such as current value of the plan assets, the ages of employees, date of hire, and compensation.
A participating employee with a large projected benefit and only a few years until normal retirement age generates a large contribution because there is little time to accumulate the necessary value to produce the stated benefit at retirement. The maximum annual benefit at retirement is the lesser of 100% of the employeeʼs compensation or $225,000 per year in 2019 (indexed for inflation). This plan design should only be considered with the intention of funding for a minimum of five years. • 401(k) plans. This plan may be right for your company if you want to motivate your employees to save towards retirement and give them a way to share in the firmʼs profitability. 401(k) plans are best suited for companies seeking flexible contribution methods. When choosing this plan type, keep in mind that the employee and employer have the ability to make contributions. The maximum salary deferral limit for a 401(k) plan is $19,000 for 2019. If an employee is age 50 or older before Dec. 31, then an additional catch-up contribution of $6,000 is permitted. The maximum amount you, as the employer, can contribute is 25% of the eligible employeeʼs total compensation (capped at $280,000 for 2019). Individual allocations for each employee cannot exceed the lesser of 100% of compensation or $56,000 in 2019 ($62,000 if age 50 or older). The allocation of employer profit-sharing contributions can be skewed to favor older employees, if using age-weighted and new comparability features. Generally, IRS Forms 5500 and 5500-EZ (along with applicable schedules) must be filed each year. Once you have reviewed your businessʼs goals and objectives, check with your financial advisor to evaluate the best retirement plan option for your financial situation. Written by/for Wells Fargo Advisors and provided courtesy of Eric Kohlmeier, senior financial advisor, managing director—investments in Park Ridge, (201) 505-0472. Investments in securities and insurance products are not FDIC-insured/not bank-guaranteed/may lose value. Wells Fargo Advisors, LAC, Member SIPS, is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company.
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District officials said the question on adding mental health wellness centers at the elementary schools likely was defeated, losing by 100-plus votes. Approximately 15% of the boroughʼs 8,561 registered voters cast ballots, with 1,313 votes cast on Question 1; 1,309 votes cast on Question 2; and 1,306 votes cast on Question 3. According to unofficial results, Question 1 was up by seven votes; should that question not pass, the other two referendum questions cannot be undertaken. If Questions 1 and 2 are certified as passing following final vote tallies, that would cost an average homeowner $123 in annual property taxes over a 25year bonding period. If all three questions pass, property taxes will increase $148 on an average home.
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Preliminary election results posted on the Bergen County Clerk website April 21, following compilation by River Vale municipal clerk Karen Campanelli, showed Question 1 narrowly passing by seven votes, 660 to 653 votes. That question addressed improving school facilities by adding new roofs, new corridors, and sheltered entryways at all three schools. Question 1 addressed the schoolsʼ physical needs and requested votersʼ permission to borrow up to approximately $25 million. That borrowing would add $34 to an average homeownerʼs annual property taxes, district officials said. Officials said often that by the district holding a bond referendum, the state would pay about one-third of the project cost, about $10 million, to lower the impact on property taxes. Moreover, the district was contributing $6.7 million in capital reserves to the multi-year school improvement upgrades, making the total project amount about $42.5 million. Preliminary results on Question 2 showed it being approved 669 votes to 640 votes. Question 2 focused on
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that occurred onsite in the 1970s and 1980s. A portion of this contamination is underneath the existing building [in a residential zone], so the building must be taken down as part of the project.” He said Jan. 6, “We have run out of time and options to find a temporary home in the township for the [DPW] while the soil is being remediated and a new facility is constructed.” The council authorized Calamari to strike a similar deal with OLGC, at 668 Ridgewood Road, near the high school, late last year but on Dec. 21, after protests over ethics and costs were raised, Calamari said it was “no longer needed.” Plans also were advanced, then withdrawn, at town land including Sherry Field and behind the Dog House Saloon and Grill. Calamari and councilmembers met with Sherry Field neighbors, who proved persuasive about their quality of life concerns. This March 29 we reported Calamari had concluded, “The decision was ultimately made to construct a two-bay garage at the Town Hall site where the existing DPW building is located. This decision was not easy and was based on the fact that the DPW already operates from this location and the deadline for remediating the soil is fast approaching.” Then April 5 a new OLGC ordinance was introduced. Its lease amount is $2,500 a month for the first year ($30,000 annum) and $2,500 a month for the second year ($30,600 annum). There is a three-month option after year 2 at a 3% annual increase. The deal can be terminated on 30 daysʼ written notice. Tenant shall have total control and use of the leased premises and the hours of operation will be Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and
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Conflict of interest? Former council members Michael Ullman and Joe DʼUrso called in to the April 19 meeting to ask questions and voice concerns. Former councilman Robert Bruno has criticized the deal online. Ullman asked whether the zoning officer had reviewed the agreement to ensure it is a permitted use. He also asked whether the tax assessor had reviewed the deal to see if it jeopardizes the churchʼs tax exemption, “now that this is a revenue-producing business not in line with OLGCʼs ministerial mission.” He also said of one provision, which reserves the spaces as church overflow, “We have no protection, or process, if OLGC needs the space
as permitted.” And he asked if the deal had been vetted by the townʼs insurer. Poller said the appropriate local officials would see the document, which he said was written in language peculiar to the church. As to complaints some residents have with the plan—that Calamari is a eucharistic minister whose father, formerly the chair of the Planning Board, serves on the churchʼs grounds and finance committees; and that it is not stated who else on the council or the planning and zoning boards has ties to OLGC—the mayor said these were not an issue. He said he asked OLGC whether it might be interested in renting space to the township, that he was told yes, and that he then turned negotiations over to Poller and the Archdiocese of Newark. He also said the town has contracted with local churches at other times, such as for hosting recreation program activities. And, lamenting a falloff in parishoner attendance, Calamari said OLGC hasnʼt needed the spaces in question for event overflow in a number of years. Bruno derided a reciprocal indemnification clause and said, “Should there be any taxes imposed or levied on the assessment on the transaction, then the tenant, the tax-
payer, is responsible to pay.” He also said the town was taking on thousands of dollars in “labor, materials, salt, etc. to plow and maintain [the churchʼs] walkways and sidewalks.” As well, he said, “Any tax assessment expense will be borne by the taxpayer. So, the town sends a tax bill to OLGC, OLGC in turn gives it back to the town, we in turn rip it up and lose tax revenue. It is unethical and violates the township ethics code.” DʼUrso said at the meeting, “I donʼt agree with the town on this. We have Sherry Field to park our trucks for free. I feel it is a conflict of interest to rent from the church…” He said, “The church should be a good neighbor and not charge $60,000 over two years for an empty parcel. Valley Bank was a good neighbor and did not charge the town [for a similar service].” He was brushed back—and ordered cut from the ordinance hearing—after he pressed for Sherry Field for the parking plan. DʼUrso told Pascack Press on April 20, “I have concerns for neighbors who live near the church and will now hear trucks starting up at 7 in the morning. My opinion is the church should not be going into business at a cost to township taxpayers for $60,000 or more.”
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two years for an empty parcel of land. Valley Bank was a good neighbor and did not charge the town. The mayor [Peter Calamari] was questioned by Councilman Michael DeSena if we have a lease in place with Valley and the mayor said he thinks we have a zero-dollar lease—key word “thinks.” The church should be a good neighbor and offer us a zero-dollar lease… just my opinion. Councilwoman [Desserie] Morgan stated that I am not very neighborly and inconsiderate about my comments on Sherry Field, but I also said that the town allowed commercial vehicles at Sherry Field in 2019 for over six months (thanks Councilman DeSena for answering my question) so why am I inconsiderate and not neighborly when I suggest the town just park their trucks and equipment at Sherry Field since we have permitted in past? The mayor spoke at Sherry Field a few months ago saying he listened to people with Councilwoman Morgan that happened to show up to complain to the mayor, and now the mayor happily reports we would not be parking our trucks at Sherry Field but
we will be paying the church to park. Maybe Councilwoman Morgan can be considerate to me and a good neighbor to all of us on Viola Terrace who knew when we bought here that the bank was across from us down the hill and cars parked there from 9 to 5 and left, but now we have to hear trucks and sounds at 7 a.m. I guess because I am not friends with Councilwoman Morgan she does not really care. So yes, NIMBY is hurting my quality of life as Ms. Morgan says I should be considerate and neighborly of the quality of life issue she raised in defense of her associates near Sherry, and now the mayor and council voted to spend $60,000 of tax payer money that is in my opinion is a conflict of interest and unethical when we could just park at Sherry Field at the far end like the commercial trucks did in 2019. So now will the town please move the commercial vehicles from Valley Bank over to the church so my quality of life can be respected—and did the mayor and council give a heads up to the people who live on Pine Lake Drive who never had to hear sounds from the church other than the bells but now will be listening to new sounds. Joe DʼUrso Township of Washington
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dealt with, had “dropped the ball” in trying to acquire his property for the township. Morris has not revealed any details about prior negotiated offers on his property. Developer Nick Tsapatsaris of Lakos Construction Inc. proposed and last summer withdrew an application for a 48-unit senior complex at 450 Pascack Road. The application was withdrawn in part over public opposition to the plan. On April 20 he said of Sobkowiczʼs remarks, “I cannot comment on any negotiations that I was not part of except to say that I have copies of certain offers made by the township several years back, none of which obviously materialized into a sale of the property. At this time, however, any offers will have to be negotiated with the contract purchaser, which is Lakos Construction Inc.” He added, “To date we have not received any offers from the township and continue to list the property for sale.” The property also is being marketed by STEAM Realty for $2.1 million on a build-to-suit basis. The township ordered its appraisal Feb. 16 by approving a $2,500 invoice for McNerney &
Associates as part of its bills list. Poller said that the appraiser was hired so that it could provide legal testimony. He told Pascack Press in early March that the township believes it has “more than enough justification for condemnation” of the evidently dilapidated site. On April 5, Poller said “Thereʼs a process for that to move forward once we get the appraisal.” He did not elaborate. No public discussion of the appraisal occurred then and officials have confined most discussion to closed sessions, citing negotiations and potential litigation. Previously, several council members commented on the blue tarp-strewn home at 450 Pascack Road, and wondered about the health of its occupants. A township wellness check revealed that at least one occupant, Morris, appeared well. Morris called the townshipʼs concerns about his well-being “silly.” Officials familiar with the process have told Pascack Press that the mayor and council will discuss the appraisal in closed session, due to it being a negotiation and potential litigation, and likely make an offer to the
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property owner. Residents urging preservation of 450 Pascack Road have been calling council meetings regularly since last summer and stepped up calls for the appraisal to exclude any future development potential. Poller said the appraisal would not include the propertyʼs development potential but rather would be guided by the propertyʼs zoning, conditions, and constraints. Resident Diane Ferrara, a member of Stop Township Overdevelopment Projects (STOP), has called the property unbuildable over environmental constraints, its limited width, and its “AA” zoning for singlefamily homes on half-acre lots. “It seems some individuals have the mistaken impression that since the lot is 3 acres, the amount of undeveloped land behind the existing home would
increase the appraisal value beyond that of a single lot with one home,” Ferrara told Pascack Press on April 20. “However, a factual appraisal must be based on whatʼs legally possible and already approved for the property. So the appraisal would necessarily be constrained by existing zoning laws for the AA District, which require 35- and 25-foot front and rear yard setbacks, [plus] the lack of any existing approval for subdivision of that property,” she said. She added, “The considerable setback and District AA lot size requirements—not to mention the precipitous drop in terrain toward Memorial Field— would prevent any possibility of constructing a public access road to the rear of the property, and make it unbuildable according to existing zoning requirements.”
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Max L. ARNOWITZ
Max Arnowitz, 76, of Hillsdale passed away on April 14, 2021.
Devoted father of daughters Paige Arnowitz and Andrea Arnowitz (Jacob). Cherished grandfather of Brianna. Devoted longtime friend and companion of 25 years to Lynne Bennett. Friend and ex-husband to Christina Arnowitz. Dear brother of Elaine Post (George). Max will be remembered for his life of public service. Serving 22 years in Hillsdale government as the past mayor, councilman and life member and past chief of Hillsdale Volunteer Fire Department. He served our country as a U.S. Army veteran. He will be missed by all. Those who wish may make memorial donations to the Hills-
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Federico FORCELLATI
Federico Forcellati, 88, of Old Tappan passed away Saturday, April 17, 2021. He was born in Manocalzati Avellino, Italy, and was co-owner of Forcellati Brothers Inc., River Vale. Federico was a member of St. Pius X Church in Old Tappan. Survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Ada (Raimondi). Devoted father to daughter Diana Morrissey, daughter Rita Forcellati, and son Aniello Forcellati and his wife Christina. His life will always be remembered by his grandchildren Gabriella, Alexandria, Anthony, Juliana, Matteo, Samantha, and Elisabeth, as their “Nonno.” Dear brother of Angela Matera, Clotilde Liggio, Maria Calafati, Marco Forcellati, Nicola Forcellati, Luigi Forcellati, and the late Carolina Accomando, Angelo Forcellati, Ralph Forcellati, and Emilia De Benedetto. Cherished along with many nephews and nieces. In lieu of flowers, the family
requests donations to the Tommy Strong Foundation in support of their efforts to fight pediatric cancer and provide support to the families affected: Tommy Strong Foundation, Inc., 175 East Main St., #897, Ramsey, NJ 07446 or www.tommystrong.org/donate.
Lucille SEELEY
Hospital School of Nursing on a full scholarship and graduated in 1952 as a registered nurse. Shortly after graduating, she moved to New York City to be nearer to her future husband, Frank, and led successful careers working in New York Presbyterian Childrenʼs Hospital and Blue Cross Blue Shield. After marrying, Lucille and Frank settled in Emerson, where they raised their three children. Lucille later continued her career in nursing at Valley Nursing Home in Westwood. After more than 40 years she retired to spend time with her children and grandchildren. Lucille was a lover of music, poetry, and tending to her flowers. She also was a faithful member of Westwood United Methodist Church. She was loved dearly by her family and will be missed by all who knew her.
Lucille Seeley, 89, of Emerson passed away on the afternoon of April 16, 2021. She is predeceased by her beloved husband of 57 years, Frank D. Seeley. She is survived by her children, Lisa Giannone and her husband Richard, Beth Schmitt and her husband Robert, and Christopher Seeley and his wife Dawn. Shaigan She was the proud grandmothTOUBA er of Kelly John Lincoln and wife Shaigan “Shy” Touba (née Amber, Vincent Giannone, Grace Schmitt, Christopher D. Seeley and Kiachif), 95, of Westwood passed away on April 8, fiancee Briana, Emily Anne Schmid 2021. and husband Christian, and Morgan Born on Dec. Faye Seeley. She is also survived by 11, 1925 in Istanher great-granddaughter Charlee bul, Turkey, she Rose Schmid, and her siblings Joan immigrated to the Hall, Phyllis Savidge, and Daniel United States at 11⁄ 2 Culp Sr. and spent her childAs a young girl, Lucille always hood in Flushing, knew that she wanted to be a nurse. She attended the Pennsylvania N.Y. She graduated from Barnard
College, class of 1947, receiving her B.A. in psychology. She married Djalil Touba in 1952. They lived in Hamburg, Germany, from 1956 to 1958, moving to her beloved community of Westwood thereafter. She served as a Cub Scout den mother for Pack 48 and a Boy Scout committee member for Troop 350. She worked as a Westwood Library clerk from 1977 until retiring in 1990 and thereafter became an active Friend of the Westwood Library and a book sale volunteer. The Westwood Borough Council honored her with a “Shy Touba Day” proclamation for her 90th birthday in 2015. She loved volunteering, loved people, and loved learning about history and othersʼ cultures. She enjoyed hosting people in her home, and anyone with an interesting story could expect a dinner invitation. She was predeceased by her mother Fatma (Pedram) Kiachif, father Ali Akbar Kiachif, brothers Messoud and Menutcher (Fred), husband Djalil Touba in 2010, and daughter-in-law Rose Dotson in 2019. She is survived by her son Jemal Touba, son Vali “Val” Touba and his wife Vicki (Bassett) Touba, daughter Mariam Touba, and five grandchildren. Donations in her memory may be made to the Friends of the Westwood Library, 49 Park Ave., West-
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Area residents suffering the loss of a loved one are invited to join. The program is progressive and asks for participants to attend each of the six sessions. To register, visit westwoodpubliclibrary.org or call the library at (201) 664-0583.
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Nancy L. BOENIGK
Nancy L. Boenigk (née Mogenson), 58, of Park Ridge passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 16, 2021. Beloved wife of Gerald Boenigk for 25 years. Devoted mother of Annette Boenigk (boyfriend Stephen Lenardo). Dear sister of Cris Mogenson and wife Cheryl, Sally (Mogenson) Robins and husband Lon, Corey Mogenson and wife Sanny, Todd Mogenson and fiancée Amy Kress. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Nancy worked in hospitality for 15 years for Madeleineʼs Petit Paris of Northvale. She had a great sense of humor and loved kayaking and animals. Nancy was always vigilant to the needs of others. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in memory of Nancy to North Shore Animal League America (animalleague.org).
David P. SPIES
David P. Spies, 62, of the Township of Washington passed away on April 3, 2021. Born on Jan. 30, 1959 in Framingham, Mass., he was the son of Francis and Phyllis Spies and had two older brothers, Frank and Daniel. He grew up in Park Ridge, where he met his future wife Sharon (DiSalvo). He went on to college at Fairleigh Dickinson University, where he competed on the track team and graduated with a major in marketing. David married Sharon DiSalvo on Oct. 3, 1981. He was a beloved husband, cherished dad, loving brother and friend to countless people. Professionally he provided for his family first as a sales rep in the aerospace industry, then a floor manager in the production of specialty helicopter parts. He took his metallurgical and manufacturing knowledge to the medical implant
industry at Stryker. He worked his way up from a floor manager to a director of operations, setting up knee and hip manufacturing plants in Ireland and China. He rounded out his career as the president of his own company, Manufacturing Xcellence, as a consultant for other medical device companies. All the while he managed to be a present and loving husband to his wife, and a role model, coach, and supportive father to his two sons, Michael and Joseph. He is survived by his wife Sharon Spies, his two sons Michael and Joseph, and his brother Daniel. Throughout his life he enjoyed vacations to Florida with his family, golfing with family, friends and colleagues, and being a fan and coaching his children through the recreational sports system. He always enjoyed a nice sunny day at the beach or hanging out in the backyard by the pool. He loved to take trips up to Lake George with his buddies and was an avid sports fan, watching his New York Yankees and Giants and Phil Mickelson. He will be remembered by all for his loving, caring nature, cheerful and positive outlook, competitive drive, wise guidance, and passion for the things that he did. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his preferred charity, the Fisher Center for Alzheimerʼs Research Foundation, in memory of his mother Phyllis (alzinfo.org/donate), or another charity of your choice.
Rose CAROZZA
Rose Carozza (née Indelicato), 76, of Woodcliff Lake passed away on April 17, 2021. Beloved wife of Charles for 53 years. Loving mother of Diane, Debra and Charles. Mother-in-law of Christina Carozza, Eric Nedelkoff and Bill Lynch. Cherished grandmother of Amanda and Sofia Nedelkoff, Anthony and Andrew Lynch, and Charles and Christian Carozza. Dear sister of the late Charles Indelicato. Adored aunt to several nieces and
Our Lady of Mercy Church announces these upcoming events: • Fr. Vincent presents “What is Grace?” in honor of the Blessed Mother, Mary, on Sunday, May 16 at 7 p.m. in the church, 2 Fremont Ave. The talk also will be livestreamed. Register at urolm.org. OLMʼs bereavement support group will resume in person meetings: “Grieving the Death of a Loved One, a Journey You Do Not Have to Take Alone,” is open to anyone who as ever suffered the loss of a loved one. The group will meet in the OLM courtyard at 50 Pascack
Road, Park Ridge as follows: • “Complicated Grief: The Ups and Downs of Grief,” Wednesday. May 12, from 7 to 8 p.m. • “Grieving: Healing and Hope,” Wednesday, June 9, from 7
or marlins, they loved every minute together. Through coaching Michael Quinnʼs sports as he was growing up, they made dear friends who became family. Philip is survived by his wife, Amy; son, Michael Quinn; and beloved dog, Murphy. Philip is the beloved son of Philip and the late Rosemary Morgan and cherished son-in-law of Philip J. Don and Rose Marie Resch. MORGAN He is survived by his loving Philip John Morgan, 56, of siblings: Catherine (Eugene); Emerson passed away peacefully Jimmy (Laura); Tricia; Matt and at home on April 14, 2021, sur- brother-in-law John (Barbie). He rounded by his loving family. Phil is the proud uncle of Jamilee, Jim, fought a courageous battle with Brittany, Shane, Jack, Delaney, Richard, Madeline, Brayden, cancer. Philip grew up in Cresskill, Brian, and great uncle to Lillian one of five children. He proudly Rose. He enjoyed and was blessed served in the U.S. Navy, 1983–1987. He protected his with the strong bonds of friendship with so many. country and saw the world. In lieu of flowers, please He was married to the love of his life, Amy, for 28 years. Togeth- make a donation to St. Jude Chiler they raised their pride and joy, drenʼs Research Hospital. Phil did Michael Quinn, 23. Phil and not want any child to suffer as he “MQ” were best friends who spent did from cancer. Also to Valley countless hours fishing together. Hospice, who were angels in their Whether it was at the reservoir or care of Phil, Amy and Michael. off the coast of Key West, sunfish
nephews. Rose cherished her time on LBI and looked forward to spending time there with her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Rose to the Michael Fischetti Fund at Albany Medical College, alumni.amc.edu/class1970.
to 8 p.m. A session on griving in the time of Covid-19 was held April 21. Face masks and social distancing are required. To register, call (201) 391-3590.
Frederick V. BEHRENDS
Frederick V. Behrends, 94, formerly of Westwood, died on March 30, 2021 at his home in Sarasota, Fla. Born and raised in New York City, Fred was a proud American who served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and as a special agent with the FBI, working in both criminal and foreign counterintelligence. After retirement from the FBI in 1978, Fred was a staff supervisor for the Motion Picture Association of America in New York City. Fred raised his family in Westwood. His wife, Doris, predeceased him in 2016. Fred is survived by daughters Mary Jane Behrends Clark of Hillsdale and Margaret Ann Behrends of Sarasota, Florida; grandchildren Elizabeth Higgins Clark (Lauren Pomerantz) of Los Angeles, California, and David Frederick Clark; and 12 nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his identical twin, William T. Behrends, and stepbrother Edward P. Lyons. Memorial gifts may be sent to the Laurel Civic Association, P.O. Box 511, Laurel, FL 34272.
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