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VOLUME 26 ISSUE 7

Opening night

MAY 2, 2022

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON

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SPECIAL

Five Dimes Brewery opens to fanfare in Westwood

MEETING MAY 3 ON DPW PLANS Governing body seeks feedback on vision that so far seems unpopular in WT, Paramus

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

Washington Township Public Library patrons get an opening night viewing of ‘The Bad Guys’ at Township Theatre. SEE PAGE 24

PASCACK VALLEY REGIONAL

BOARD OKS $65.5M Woodcliff Lake sees its school tax fall; its homeowners get slight break after 2021 hike

BUDGET

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

The Pascack Valley Regional High School District board voted, 6-0, on April 25 to approve a $65.5 million annual budget for 2022-2023. The budget had previously been reviewed and approved by the county superintendent, said the boardʼs business administrator. According to a presentation by Board Business Administrator and Secretary Yas Usami, the local tax levy equals about 83% of the total budget, or $54,643,367. Voting to approve the budget

See BOARD on page 154

Five Dimes Brewery, at 247 Westwood Ave., owned by Chris Alepa, got its feet wet in a series of soft openings, then blew the roof off in its official grand opening weekend, April 22–24. Festivities included live music by Midnight Moonlight, fanfare by the Police Pipes & Drums of Bergen County, and treats by Cakes of Wrath. At right: brewmaster McLain Cheney and Jessica Davies.

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

F YOU DONʼT YET

know the difference between a flight, a growler, and a crowler youʼll need to visit Westwoodʼs new craft brewery to update your beer vocabulary — and find out whatʼs on tap at Five Dimes Brewery, the Pascack Valleyʼs first brewpub. The venue, long anticipated, officially opened the weekend of April 22–24, with a few soft openings before that to make sure the taps were working and

the staff was ready, said its owner, a longtime home beer brewer and beer connoisseur. (The announcement was made April 7, National Beer Day.) Special thanks went to Midnight Moonlight and the Police Pipes & Drums of Bergen County “for an incredible live music experience,” and Cakes of Wrath “for the coolest cake around.” Owner Chris Alepa, who purchased the former L.N. Grand Five and Dime store about two years ago, was instrumental in informing the latest

borough master plan update, which now adds brewpubs as a permitted use, and was committed to an overhaul that respects the siteʼs nearly six decades as a beloved five and dime. (One nice touch: the storeʼs old sign has a place of honor inside.)

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A special public meeting to discuss the Townshipʼs purchase of 95 Linwood Ave. for the construction of a Department of Public Works facility is set for Tuesday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. over Zoom and in person at council RELATED chambers. “ F o r m a l $700K grant on swim action may or may club gets not be taken at this hearing on meeting,” reads May 2 the public notice posted on the — Page 6 township website. Under an extended state DEP deadline, the township in fall 2021 had toxic soil under its longstanding DPW hauled away, and razed the building, at the municipal center complex on Hudson Avenue. The township, declining to rebuild on site, asserting it would not be sufficient to keep up with growth, has been eager to site a replacement DPW but space is limited and Mayor Peter Calamari said no out-of-town site or partnership came through. DPW equipment is dispersed at

See DPW on page 104

GROWING STRONG

B ck in time...

The Emerson Environmental Commission was on the job for Earth Day — and Earth Week. Dispatches from The Family Town.

A surge in horse thefts has the region on edge. Kristin Beuscher takes us to the spring of 1910 for the grim details — which resonate today.

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HILLSDALE TWEAKS REDEVELOP PLAN BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

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The Borough Council unanimously introduced amendments to the Patterson Street Redevelopment Plan at a special meeting April 25 that will allow it to better accommodate requests made by the redeveloper as it plans for the first high-density, multifamily dwelling on the former Waste Management site in town. A public hearing on ordinance 22-08 is set for Tuesday, June 14. Following its introduction, the amendment ordinance was forwarded to the Planning Board for review and comment. The board gets 45 days to submit com-

ments back to the council. Officials emphasized that no decisions were being made on redevelopment; rather, they were approving minor changes to the redevelopment plan. In early April, the redeveloper, a joint venture of the Claremont-March Development companies, proposed a 250-unit, fourstory luxury rental apartment complex spanning 5.4 acres on the property formerly occupied by the transfer station. No proposal has yet gone to the Planning Board for review. The redevedloper must submit a site plan application for review by the Planning Board, including public input, before The changes to the Patterson Street Redevelopment Plan intro-

duced April 25 mostly address four major areas, said officials. Officials said they would post the document indicating Redevelopment Plan revisions online for residents to review prior to the June 14 public hearing. Planner Francis Reiner, of DMR Architects, reviewed the four major document changes. First, he said, was to add a definition of a self-storage facility, which is only a permitted use on Block 1210 between Brookside and Piermont Avenue. It is not permitted anywhere else. Also, bulk Other language changes involve setbacks, bulk standards, signage, parking of 1 space for every 15,000 square feet. Also, design standards were

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Cpl. Jedh C. Barker American Legion Post 153 will hold its annual installation of officers on Tuesday May 10 at 7:30 p.m. at post headquarters, 118 Ridge Ave. All members have joined together to serve servicemembers and local veterans in need. The Legion is composed of veterans, Sons of our Veterans and Womenʼs Auxiliary. According to Dick Bozzone, a past post commander and its historian, this September the post observes its 103rd anniversary. “Post 153 was originally called the Pascack Valley Memorial Post when it was chartered on Sept. 29 in 1919. In 1967 the post name was changed to honor a 22-

year-old Park Ridge U.S. Marine who was killed in action in Vietnam and was subsequently awarded the Medal of Honor,” he said. The post gave the listing of officers as follows: Commander Robert Oppelt; First Vice Commander John Lynch; Second Vice Commander Thomas Madru; Third Vice Commander Al Quackenbush; Finance Officer Robert Kelly; Sergeant-at-Arms Jerry Alexander; Historian Dick Bozzone; Service Officer Leigh Hopper; trustees Jim Barrett, Dick Bozzone, Walter Coyman, Jim Donovan, and Robert Widmer. Auxiliary Unit 153 made no changes to the roster of officers for the coming year: President

Anne Whitney, First Vice President Linda Mackey, Secretary Barbara Musso, Treasurer Lorraine Westrich, Historian/Public Relations, Dorothy Bozzone; Sergeant-at-Arms Maureen Demes, and Chaplain Patricia Donovan. Sons of the American Legion (SAL) officers are Commander Vincent Alfano, First Vice Commander James Mescher, Second Vice Commander Brian McCabe, Sergeant-at-Arms Mike Marconi, Finance/Adjutant Dennis Cosgrove, Chaplain Arthur Distasi, Social Media Officer Frank Buonocore, and Service Officer Lawrence McKenna. — American Legion Post 153

provided, including amounts of brick, glass, public windows and screening of mechanical equipment. Another proposed change is that Brookside Place can be vacated as part of a site plan application, added under the “streetscapes” section. Also, he said language was added to require electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to be added to any new development, as

per state regulation. Under a section on floodplain/stormwater/sewer, Reiner said language was added to make sure any site plan application meets state Department of Environmental Protection standards for floodplain, stormwater and sanitary sewer requirements. “Those are some of the bigger ones,” he said. Reiner said redevelopment

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played out many times in the Pascack Valley: An organized group of thieves rolls in at night, scouring neighborhoods and testing door handles in search of unlocked cars. All too often, a vehicle owner, lulled into a false sense of security, has left the key fob inside. A criminals hops behind the wheel and heads for the highway, and the victim wakes up to discover an empty driveway. As it turns out, this scenario is much older than you might expect. This week we go back to spring 1910, when the folks of Bergen County were similarly seeing their rides stolen. A surge in horse thefts had the region on edge. The sequence of events was much the same all those years ago. An organized group was scouring unlocked barns, looking for healthy, strong horses to steal (the BMWs of their day). They hopped in the saddle and headed out of town, cutting through fields and back roads in the dead of night. They would “cool off” the horse by stashing the animal in the woods or a barn nearby, waiting for the investigation to die down before continuing to New York City, where they could easily sell the horse. For the people of Bergen County, this was a huge problem. Horses were used not just for transportation, but farmers also relied upon them for their livelihoods. The loss of a horse could leave someone in financial ruin. “It seems to me that if the old-style Western lynch law was used on one or two of these horse thieves it might have a tendency to stop this wholesale horse stealing,” Hackensack Police Chief Jacob Dunn said in April 1910. “Itʼs a pretty serious proposition when a farmer, at this very important time of year, HE CRIME HAS

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The volunteers of the Pascack Historical Society have worked long and hard over the past several weeks in order to repair extensive water damage to their 1873 home, caused by a burst pipe. Reopened Sunday, April 24 from 1 to 4 p.m., the John C. Storms Museum, 19 Ridge Ave., will remain open every Sunday. The society extended special thanks to its president, Kristin Beuscher, “who led the repair efforts, working overtime and always with a smile, to coordinate the work of all the professional contractors and volunteers in repairing our home. And thanks to all the volunteers who went above and beyond to contribute so much of their time.” The nonprofit said, “Grateful thanks to all of you who have made cash contributions to support us as we rebound from the water damage. Like the Pascack Brook that links all the communities in our beautiful Pascack Valley, may we always unite together to preserve the past for the future.” For more information, visit pascackhistoricalsociety.org.

5Traffic around the station in the early days of Hillsdale. At the start of the 20th century, people relied on horses for transportation — and their livelihoods.

is robbed of his only means of livelihood.” Beginning in the spring of 1910 the horse thieves struck towns all over Bergen County, and quite brazenly. At one Bergenfield farm they stole two horses and the wagon, too. The team of horses was valued at $800, no small amount—it is equivalent to about $25,000 today. In Oradell the gang stole a valuable team of horses, a calico and a brown, plus a double set of harness, two blankets, and a quantity of oats. From that point all the thieves needed was a good wagon—which they found at a nearby farm in River Edge. The gang struck at Hillsdale when they removed two dapple gray horses (worth $700, or $20,000 today), a small carriage, and a set of harness from the James Mussett farm on Ell Road and two brown horses (worth $500, or $15,000 today) from Peter Van Hornʼs farm on Pascack Road. Another

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3Miss Saturn, at sponsored Bergen County Horse Rescue by Township of Washington resident Ida M. Astute, reads a favorite book. This photo took second place at a Township of Washington Public Library photo contest last summer. (See “Pets Star in Tails Reading Tales,” Pascack Press, Aug. 16, 2021.) We just wanted an excuse to run her sweet photo again. — Photo credit: Ida M. Astute

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neighbor down the road had a carriage and set of harness stolen. After the Hillsdale thefts, a group of men in automobiles and carriages trailed the stolen horses as far as downtown Westwood. There were too many tracks at that point to see which way the horses had been taken. The county freeholders even put out a $500 reward, advertised on posters, for anyone who brought about the arrest of the gang. The reward was never claimed and the Hillsdale horses were never found. Col. Calvin Gardinier, a prominent resident of Westwood, told reporters then, “If these horse thieves are caught with the goods I am afraid they will never live to reach the Hackensack jail. The temper of the farmers has been sorely tried the past few weeks.” As spring became summer, dozens of horses had been stolen in Bergen County. Police put out alerts with descriptions of the stolen animals, and they scoured the county in automobiles, in carriages, and on foot. Many believed that the horses were being secreted in a stable hidden in the woodland of the Palisades. A group of Bergen County constables searched the clifftop forests from Englewood to Alpine, to no avail. The thieves took care to cover their tracks—quite literally. They would double back and lead the animals around in circles in an effort to create a confusing path of hoofprints. They would cut the horsesʼ manes, shave them, and even paint white spots on solid-colored animals to disguise them. Only a handful of the stolen horses were recovered. The two stolen out of Oradell were found; one was in fair condition, but the other had been overworked and underfed. One animal stolen out of Teaneck was located in a Harlem stable. Kristin Beuscher is president of the Pascack Historical Society, a nonprofit organization operating a local history museum at 19 Ridge Ave., Park Ridge. She edits the Societyʼs quarterly publication, “Relics.” She is a former editor of Pascack Press.

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plan language was changed to remove “density height” bonus and simply be “density bonus” and note that up to 60 dwelling units per acre (DUA) are permitted under a “density bonus” scenario, which includes a community benefit provided. He said other “clarifications” related to maximum permitted height as 40 feet, three stories, without a density bonus, and with the exception of architectural towers that do not have occupied space. He said minimum floor height was changed from 14 feet to 10 feet, since the proposal has no retail space. Also, minor

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changes to impervious surface amounts, setbacks and streetscapes were included, he said. He said the “redline version” of the document shows new language in red and crossed out language in blue. He noted most of the language removed was for “clarification points, not change in policy from our perspective.” Officials said the “redline version” would be posted for public review on the borough website. Reiner said the plan “shall comply” with the stateʼs regulations for electric vehicle charging stations “over time” based on the new redevelopment plan language. Pizzella questioned the

design standards and whether a redeveloper would meet them. Reinber said that the redevelopment plan puts design standards in place that a redeveloper must meet. Reiner said vacating Brookside Place was not a typical redevelopment plan scenario, but that the potential redeveloper came up with “a better plan for public open space [and] public use” that creates “a better plan for the community.” Pizzella noted the density bonus was not yet approved and that the public would have “ample opportunity” for public comment. Reiner said the language changes proposed do not affect any density bonus, which is based on future

negotiations with the borough over the specific density bonus (up to 60 units per acre) and a required community benefit. Reiner said “what those could be are numerous and part of the negotiation process.” Pizzella said the proposed request for self-storage was an alternative to a multifamily building. Reiner said self-storage facilities, in general, are a benefit because they generate no schoolage children, have minimal impact on police and fire services. He called a self-storage facility “a low impact, high-revenue type of use” that works well with

multifamily residential development. Resident Frank Mangano said that seniors have been waiting for a long time to get a larger space to meet in and advocated for a community center. Resident Louise Sherer said Hillsdale was one of the few towns in Bergen not to have a community center. She said residents have been asking for one for over two decades. She said the redevelopment plan process may be the “last opportunity” for residents to get a community center.

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$700K GRANT ON SWIM CLUB SET MAY 2; APPLICATION DUE TO COUNTY SOON BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

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A public hearing is set for Monday, May 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Washington Township Council meeting on a $700,000 county Open Space grant application that local officials say they hope will be funded to cover a majority of

costs to acquire the former Washington Township Swim and Recreation Club. A final grant application is due to the Trust Fund Administrators at the Bergen County Department of Parks by 4:30 p.m., Friday, May 6. The township is conducting due diligence studies on its planned acquisition of the 6.1-acre swim club facility, which was

shuttered in 2020 and has remained closed. A planned sale to an unidentified “summer camp” group fell through in summer 2021 and the township moved to restart negotiations with the club and move to acquire it late last year. In its letter of intent to apply for a 2022 county Open Space grant, Township Business Administrator Robert Tovo wrote this

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description: “Currently in use as a swim club and recreation facility consisting of 6.1 acres of land. The township will continue to use the land for recreational purposes. The property owner is a willing seller. The amount is greater than $250,000.” Pascack Press previously asked Tovo why he described the club as “currently in use.” He has yet to respond. County officials require two property appraisals for land acquisition grant proposals requesting over $250,000, states the county Open Space website. If the grant application is approved, the use of county Open Space grant funds to purchase the site raises the likelihood that the facility, consisting of a dilapidated pool, buildings and recreational grounds, may be deed-restricted to recreational uses only, effectively prohibiting any future use to store DPW equipment or vehicles at the site. Mayor Peter Calamari has repeatedly told residents that the swim clubʼs acquisition would not be used for DPW operations, but rather only seasonal equipment storage. Under an Open Space grant restriction, even that use may not be possible. Bergen County officials said. A land survey by Azzolina and Feury Engineering and an

environmental assessment by Lisko Environmental were undertaken to assess any potential topographic or environmental issues with the site. A Pascack Press public records request for the studies was not responded to by press time. Initially, in its letter of intent to apply the township asked for a full $800,000 reimbursement of costs, but the current grant application only requests $700,000. The agreed purchase price is $750,000, as stated in a prior bond issue ordinance approved by council. Pascack Press requested a copy of the grant application prior to its May 2 public hearing. However, that request was denied by the records custodian on April 26. The township clerk told Pascack Press that she did not yet have a copy of the draft application from grants consultant GLD Associates. The township clerk sent back a copy of Resolution, No, 22-113, passed unanimously April 4, with one part highlighted in yellow: “Whereas as part of the application process, the Mayor and Council of the Township of Washington will hold a public hearing on May 2, 2022 to receive comments prior to submission of said application…” CONTINUED ON PAGE 7

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require towns to make documents under discussion by a public entity available via links on an online agenda. The township will be applying to the countyʼs Land Acquisition Grant Program. According to the county website, “The Land Acquisition Grant Program assists municipalities, qualified nonprofits, and Bergen County to purchase land for conservation and recreation purposes.” A news release on the countyʼs 2022 Open Space Trust Fund applications process provides

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of total County equalized real property valuation,” notes the county statement. “It is anticipated that approximately $18 million will be collected, while the County Treasurer will determine the final amount of available funding. Of the available 2022 Trust Fund money, 30% will be allocated for the Municipal Program for Park Improvements and the other 70% will be allocated for Land Acquisition, Historic

Preservation, and Floodplain Protection countywide,” the statement continues. “For the first time, the Historic Preservation Program will accept grant applications for the preparation of Historic Preservation documents. Documents may include Historic Surveys, Historic Design Guidelines, and the Historic Preservation Element of a municipal Master Plan,” states the county release.

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Volunteers power lively ‘One Earth, One Emerson’

The next regular meeting of the governing body — and the public hearing on the 2022 municipal budget — is set for Tuesday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m.

Mayor Danielle DiPaola delivered a ranging report at the Borough Council meeting of Tuesday, April 19. Here are highlights:

Arbor Day Ceremony The Shade Tree Commission will hold its Arbor Day Ceremony on Saturday, April 30 at 11 a.m. at Monument Park across from Villano School. They will plant a tree in memory of those Emerson residents who have passed away between DIPAOLA January 2021 and the present. The names of the departed will be read and family members will have

the opportunity to share their thoughts with those gathered.

Environmental Commission The boroughʼs new Environmental Commission is holding Earth Week activities — #OneEarthOneEmerson — from April 20. DiPaola read aloud “One Earth” by Eileen Spinelli at the the Emerson Public Library. On Thursday, Brianna Treubig held a gardening seminar, and on Friday, the commission held an Earth Day Social at Centennial Park. The EEC advises the Mayor

and Borough Council with short and long-term planning with respect to environmental issues. Comprised of volunteers, Emersonʼs Environmental Commission traditionally hosts its meetings on the fourth Wednesday of every month. For more information, see the Environmental Commissionʼs Facebook page.

Community Garden The Environmental Commission is still accepting applications for the Community Garden; there are still a few spots available on a first come, first serve basis. The

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garden opened on Sunday, April 24. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details and assignments for garden plots.

Covid report There were 29 positive Covid-19 cases here in March. As of the mayorʼs report there were 28 in April.

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Drive-in Movie Night The Recreation Commission will hold a Drive-in Movie Night on Saturday, June 4 at 8 p.m. at Emerson Jr./Sr. High School Grad Field. Look for details in the next Pascack Press. Free radon kits The Bergen County Department of Health Services, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Environmental Radiation Radon Section, is offering free radon test kits to Bergen County residents. Call (201) 634-2804.

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2021 Senior Freeze Program The 2021 Senior Freeze Program reimburses eligible senior citizens and disabled persons for property tax increases on their principal residence. To qualify, you must meet all eligibility requirements for each year from the base year through the applica-

tion year. The deadline to file is Oct. 31, 2022. Applications may be picked up at the Tax Office in Borough Hall.

Military Tribute Banner Memorial Day is coming quickly and in order to have a military tribute banner displayed for the season, it is suggested that you place your order soon. Visit the Borough website for more details.

Gold Safety Award At the Bergen Municipal Joint Insurance Fund Safety Breakfast, the borough received a Gold Safety Award and a check for $1,000. DiPaola said, “I commend all our departments and staff for their steadfast efforts to safeguard and improve our work environment from a safety perspective and for making safety a key component in executing their duties.” Bergen County satellite office The Bergen County Clerkʼs

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primary and general Elections. Call the Bergen County Board of Elections at (201) 336-6230, visit pollworker.nj.gov or call the Emerson Borough Clerk at (201) 2626086, Option 9.

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DPW: Hearing May 3; WT, Paramus folk object to plan at least three sites, including Our Lady of Good Counsel Roman Catholic Church on Ridgewood Road, for which the town is paying more than $60,000 on a twoyear lease for parking space. At the April 18 council meeting, OLGC parochial vicar Raymond Rodrigue denied a rumor on Facebook that said the parish site was going to be sold. He read a letter from the Rev. Stephen Cinque, pastor, admonishing anyone who had put flyers

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on car windshields during Easter services alerting guests to the townʼs plans for a DPW at 95 Linwood Ave. Rodrigue also — perhaps jokingly — said OLGC would be delighted to keep taking town money to house public equipment. The deal has rubbed critics the wrong way on ethical grounds. Other sites sheltering DPW equipment include behind Valley Bank and on a small town lot behind the Dog House Saloon. Shortly after Rodrigue spoke, neighbors of the proposed DPW

facility on adjacent Hemlock Drive, and nearby township and Paramus residents, criticized and questioned the siting of the facility within and near residential neighborhoods on the town line along a well-traveled connection to the township from Route 17. Council President Desserie Morgan walked back a plan to restrict the April 18 meetingʼs public comment period to an hour after residents complained. She had said she intended to hold a special hearing on the issue. The May 3 meeting was

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advertised soon after. The plans, which Morgan said are a work in progress and subject to resident input, are posted on the township website. Pascack Press has long been covering the townʼs quest for a DPW site. We broke the news that the town was eyeing 95 Linwood Ave. after a representative from Apple Montessori Schools called in to an unrelated special council meeting to ask the town to confirm it was taking the property purchase out from under them. In April, the Paramus Council voted 5-0 to pass a resolution calling on the Township Council to “consider the concerns of the residents of the surrounding area, including the residents of Paramus, and design any future development of the site to minimize the impact on residents in the area.” In their own words Residents who spoke April 18 expressed strong opposition to the proposed location. They ques-

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Previously, the council approved Azzolina & Feury Engineering to do a land survey and LISKO Environmental to do an environmental site assessment. It was not clear when their reports would be made available. On April 18, Imbarrato said based on his years of experience doing development and design, he estimated the total cost of a new DPW facility, including the siteʼs purchase for $1.35 million, to be about $7.5 million. Imbarrato said he estimated about $100,000 for lawyers and

environmental studies; $150,000 for demolition and site preparation; $200,000 for site work and new drainage facilities for oil-separation management; $650,000 for a warehouse where trucks can be maintained/repaired; $3 million for a 13,000 square foot building at $230 per square foot; $650,000 for a salt shed and recycling bins; $800,000 for exterior site improvements and traffic controls, and a generator for about $100,000; plus the $1.35 million site cost. At one point, Morgan noted

to a resident that the $7.5 million estimate — which was being cited by another resident — was not the councilʼs estimate but came from a resident. So far, however, the council has declined to provide an estimate for the total cost of a new DPW facility, or the tax impacts on homeowners. Another resident who shouted from the audience requested a total cost estimate from the council, but that resident did not come to the podium to speak, as Morgan suggested to her. The meeting then moved in another direction. Imbarrato said, based on his experience, that the proposed DPW design “does not work” on the 95 Linwood site. “You know what: Putting an industrial building in a residential neighborhood is not very smart,” Imbarrato said Previously, Council Vice President Stacey Feeney said the council majority chose not to pursue two alternative sites for the DPW facility, due to a lack of votes to pursue either option further. She said she was in the minority on both prior decisions, which were apparently made in closed session. Although she did not name the prior sites not pursued, other previous properties mentioned by residents were likely to have included a horse farm on Ridgewood Boulevard North, as well as areas near Sherry Field. Other recent alternative DPW sites mentioned publicly or on

social media have included the former Swim Club property, property at the corner of Pascack Road and Washington Avenue where three dilapidated, vacant homes exist, and even 450 Pascack Road. Mayor Peter Calamari has noted that except for storing limited DPW equipment, the swim club would not be used to house DPW facilities. Last summer, the township bid $430,000 on 450 Pascack Road but negotiations continue as the property owner has not yet agreed on a price, though the Township can condemn the property if negotiations ultimately fail. It was not clear where negotiations stood. An email to the ownerʼs attorney was not returned by press time. Lately, however, council members have not raised any DPW site alternatives for consideration, instead focusing attention on 95 Linwood Avenue. The purchase is undergoing “due diligence” and is likely to close by mid or late June, said the township attorney, should all ongoing studies show no previously unknown problems or concerns. However, one issue raised April 18 by William McAuliffe, Hemlock Drive, may cause some trouble should any underground storage tanks from an alleged prior site use as a gas station be found during its environmental survey. CONTINUED ON PAGE 31

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tors: taxable property wealth and student enrollment, stated Usami. Every year, the state determines the percentage of the tax levy that each municipality pays. “The Board of Education has no taxing authority,” said Usami.

5It’s not all finances: Pascack Hills Wrestling is recognized at the PVRHSD board meeting on April 25. The team took top county honors three seasons running; Alejandro Camarena, a junior at Pascack Hills High School, is District 1’s 215-pound wrestling champion; Big North Coach of the Year, wrestling, is PH’s David Bucco; Big North Coach of the Year, boys indoor track, is PH’s Ross Koehler; the PVRHSD hockey team is Big North Silver Cup champion. District screenshot. Absent were trustees Tammy Molinelli, Debra Stephans and Michael Weaver. That $54,643,367 local tax levy, including debt service, is divided among the four towns that make up the Pascack Valley district based on a state tax equalization formula that relies on two fac-

For the 2022-2023 budget, state-determined budget percents and tax levies break down as follows: Hillsdale pays a 22.95% or $12,540,616; Montvale pays 27.55% or $15,054,163; River Vale pays 24.53% or $13,405,670; and Woodcliff Lake pays 24.97%

or $13,642,918. For Hillsdaleʼs average assessed home of $474,172, its 2022 tax is $3,746, which equals a 60 cent annual increase; in River Vale an average home is $595,627, its 2022 tax is $3,766, which equals a $111.23 annual increase, or $9.27 monthly. Hillsdale and River Vale students attend the Pascack Valley Regional High

School, based in Hillsdale. For Montvaleʼs average assessed home of $528,261, its 2022 tax is $3,794, which equals an $86.47 annual increase, or $7.21 per month; in Woodcliff Lake, for an average home assessed at $793,230, its 2022 tax is $5,013, an estimated decrease of $134.83, or an $11.24 decrease per month.

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any undertaking of such magnitude might encounter. And now, it appears to be coming to an end, with a Memorial Day Weekend opening currently being forecasted by Borough Administrator Ed Sandve. “By May 1, we will be 99 percent complete,” Sandve tells Pascack Press. He anticipates that the mayor and council will decide 11; on aand day in May for a ribbon cutting Veterans Day, to let• people know “weFriday, will beNov. open 11. Memorial Day, with a grand openScoutsmooted will put flags with out ing being to the coincide atWoodcliff least three days prior to the holLake Day.” iday and retrieve three to five Sandve tells them Pascack Press that days holiday. “we after need the to do water testing, but other than that and a little vacuuming - you could swim in it today!”

At press time, subcontractor The cost of thisaservice is $25 is working on the walkways and for the year for one flag per holiwill then acid wash the whole deck day and $50 for the year for two after per the holiday. “dirt work” is done. Siteflags grading and seeding continues. To support Westwood Troop The newly-renovated swim350 and participate in this 2022 ming pool contains new walls and fundraiser, name, floors, three email water your features, two address, email address, and phone diving boards, an eight-lane, 25number to meter racing area with new starting westwoodtroop350@gmail.com no platforms and a water slide and new later than Mayfiltration 15. re-circulation, and chemiPayment is via Venmo cal systems. @WestwoodTroop350, at Councilwoman PayPal Joanne paypal.me/WestwoodTroop350, or Howley, chairperson of the Parks by mailed or inCommittee, person to andcheck Recreation Westwood Troop 350 at Cendescribes the delight of430 residents ter Ave., Westwood, NJ 07675.pool when viewing the newly-filled during the Baseball/Softball Opening Day Ceremony Parade on

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Zion Lutheran BY ALISON KRAWIEC Early ChildCORRESPONDENT hood Center invites you to save the date for its Tricky Tray and Live LAKE an in-person WOODCLIFF Auction Fundraiser, event on the evening of Saturday, has arrived, bringing May Spring 21. withParticipants it the promise of wished-for can enter to win a things, and in Woodcliff that variety of big ticket itemsLake includincludes completion of the renovating a Yeti cooler, barbeque grill, ed Old Mill Pool.television set, a kayak, 65-inch A saga that Air2, began themed nearly three Cricut Explore gift years agocollectible with an EPA decision bundles, items, local that cards, demanded renovations and gift services, experiences, caused the closing of the pool. It and more. has spanned two Funds administrations raised throughof this mayorsrepresent and councils; a bungled event a significant porbidding process; community tion of the operating budget forarguthe mentsEarly aboutChildhood size, designCenter and proceZion edudure; bad weather;which concrete shortcation programs focus on agesspiritual, and theintellectual, usual obstacles that the physical, empotional, and social development of students age 2 1⁄ 2 to 4. Most recently, funds raised have been used to purchase critical supplies to ensure the safety of Zion students and staff throughout

any undertaking such magnitude the pandemic: of larger tables, a might encounter. And now,supit portable sink, personalized appears to bechild, coming an end, plies for each and to preschoolwith a Memorial er height handrails. Day Weekend opening currently being forecasted Funds will continue to supby Borough Administrator Ed port the schoolʼs earliest learners Sandve. as they grow spiritually, emotionMay 1,and we will be 99 perally, “By physically, socially. cent Tax complete,” deductible Sandve donationstells are Pascack Press. He anticipates that accepted until April 1. The drive the mayor gift andcertificates, council willitems decide welcomes to on aincluded day in May for atricky ribbontray, cutting be in the or to let people know “we will be open monetary donations. Memorial withtiered a grand openThere Day, are also opportuing being to coincide with nities for mooted corporate sponsorship. Woodcliff Lake Day.” Organizers say theyʼre grateful to tells Pascack Press that all ofSandve our local businesses, fami“we alumni, need to and do water testing, but lies, congregation for other than that andsupport a little vacuumyour continued of the ing - youearliest could swim in it today!” schoolʼs learners. For a donation form and arrange a pickup, write ZionWWFundraising@gmail.com. Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center (64 First Ave.) was established in 1969 (as Zion

At press time,School) a subcontractor Lutheran Nursery to prois working the preschool walkwayschiland vide familiesonwith will then acidwhere wash the the child wholecould deck dren a place after theof“dirt work” isdesigned done. Sitebe part a program to grading and seeding continues.intelhelp him/her grow socially, The and newly-renovated swimlectually creatively in a Chrismingatmosphere. pool contains new walls and tian floors, waterarefeatures, Thethree programs designedtwo to divingeach boards, eight-lane, 25help childancome to greater meter racingofarea newand starting awareness thewith world the platforms and athem waterthrough slide and new people around broad re-circulation, filtration mathematiand chemiexposure to language, cal 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

cal social studies and Aprilconcepts, 9: “The kids marched up from science concepts, and Woodcliff School arts, to themusic, ballfields. motor and was visualfilled. coordination. The pool We had the preschool program has waterThe features going. Everybody grown and on developed over the was hanging the fence, looking at years to become that is highly it. It was a sight one to behold. It was regarded by parents who have had wonderful.” children enrolled, and alsothe bypool the According to Howley, community. will open on Memorial Day weekschool is licensed by the end The Saturday, Sunday and Monday state New and staffed from of noon untilJersey 5 p.m., andiswill also by certified qualified be open noonteachers to 5 p.m.and on the June 4, 5, 11 and 12. On Father’s Day weekend, the Old Mill opens for the summer with regular hours from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. daily. “There is a new feature this

assistants. accordance with will the year,” saysIn Howley. “The pool Internal Code, your be openRevenue on Monday and donation is mornings considered charitaWednesday foralap swimble to 7Zion Lutheran Early minggift from a.m. until 9 a.m.” Childhood Center, Woodcliff Lakea 501(c)(3) residents organization is deemed with proof ofand residency are100% weltax deductible. come to enjoy EIN:221-607-279. the Old Mill Pool Check at zionlutheranfacilities at back no charge during the the coming to school.org first three in weekends thatweeks the pool purchase tickets. is open event and are encouraged to more information write comeFor visit. ZionWWFundraising@gmail.com. Pool registration is being held every morning in May from 10 -11 a.m. at Borough Hall, Thursday evenings in May from 7-9 p.m. and Saturdays in May from 1-3 p.m.

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ties are home to many creative residents, a number of whom can be WOODCLIFF LAKE seen playing your favorite covers of popular music at local venues Spring has arrived, bringing on any given day. with it the promise of wished-for However, singer/songwriters things, and in Woodcliff Lake that in our area seem to be underrepreincludes completion of the renovatsented when it comes to performed Old Mill Pool. ance opportunities for their own, A saga that began nearly three original music. years ago with an EPA decision that demanded renovations and caused the closing of the pool. It has spanned administrations of two mayors and councils; a bungled bidding process; community arguments about size, design and procedure; bad weather; concrete shortages and the usual obstacles that

any undertaking of such magnitude in theAnd Roundʼ might“Sounds encounter. now,is ita new local songwriters round that appears to be coming to an end, was founded by local singer/songwith a Memorial Day Weekend writer Allison Cipris Country opening currently being(offorecasted FreshBorough band) “with the hopes Ed of by Administrator creating a sense of community and Sandve. support “By for Maylocal 1, wemusicians will be 99 who perlive farcomplete,” from big music cities such cent Sandve tells as Nashville Austin, where Pascack Press. and He anticipates that theirmayor craft is celebrated.” the and council will decide a for singer/songwriter on a day“As in May 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 press time, a subcontractor myself with ties to Nashville, I is working on the walkways and noticed that there really werenʼt will then acid wash the whole deck many opportunities for local songafter the “dirt work” is done. Sitewriters to perform their music in grading and seeding continues. front of a live audience in our The newly-renovated swimarea,” Cipris told Pascack Press ming pool contains new walls and on April 4. floors, three water features, two She added, “My hope is that diving boards, an eight-lane, 25these writersʼ rounds not only meter racing area with new starting allow us to gauge audience reacplatforms and a water slide and new tion to our work but also help to 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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Hillsdale Free Public Library adult program coordinator Adam Keeble writes to say Japanese calligraphy was the subject of a recent lively program at the library. Attendees learned the basics before learning to illustrate simple words such as flower. “Our shodō program was a big hit and attendees learned impressive basic skills,” he said. “Vincentʼs Calligraphy” online explains that Japanese calligraphy, shodō, also called shūji,

“is a form of calligraphy, or artistic writing, of the Japanese language. For a long time, the most esteemed calligrapher in Japan had been Wang Xizhi, a Chinese calligrapher from the 4th century, but after the invention of Hiragana and Katakana, the Japanese unique syllabaries, the distinctive Japanese writing system developed and calligraphers produced styles intrinsic to Japan.” “Vincentʼs Calligraphy” says the term shodō (ʻway of writingʼ)

is of Chinese origin, “as it is widely used to describe the art of Chinese calligraphy during the medieval Tang dynasty.” The site explains, “To take the art of calligraphy as a means to cultivate oneʼs character via the practice of calligraphy, one is able to express and reflect on oneʼs emotions, to elevate oneʼs moral character, and to think and understand the meaning of life; this is known as shodō.” — John Snyder

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PV teacher lands cybersecurity scholarship

Nancy Ricca, who teaches mathematics and computer science teacher at Pascack Valley High School, has earned a full scholarship from the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity, located within the National Security Agency, toward a virtual graduate certificate in cybersecurity. The scholarship program is offered through the National Cybersecurity Teaching Academy in Little Rock, Ark., a collaboration of 10 institutions in nine

states that will offer the first credentialing program for high school cybersecurity education in the country. The inaugural RICCA program drew a solid pool of applicants. Ricca will be one of 90 high school teachers who will be trained to teach an advanced cybersecurity course. Teachers accepted into the

National Cybersecurity Teaching Academy receive funding covering tuition for the 12-credit hour virtual graduate certificate. Teachers who complete the academy have the option to complete six additional credit hours that will certify them to teach dual enrollment cybersecurity courses. This opportunity follows another well-earned honor: Ricca won the regional Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) CS Teaching Excellence Award for 2020–2021.

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Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center

Registration is open at Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center for the 2022-2023 School year. The center is at 64 1st Ave. Zion, offering programs for children 2 1⁄ 2, 3, and 4 years old, is located in a safe residential area away from main streets and traffic. Within small classes led by certified teachers, each student is viewed as a unique creation with special gifts and talents. Through a Christian curriculum, children

learn of the wonderful world God has created for them. They are

encouraged to explore this world through a hands-on approach to learning. Responsibility, accountability, and respect are encouraged. Children learn how to properly interact with others in word and deed. For information call the school office, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Thursday, at (201) 664-8060, visit the school at zionlutheranschool.org and follow on Facebook.

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AHA SPRING OPEN HOUSE MAY 17

Behind every successful Angel is her growth mindset education. Plan to attend the Academy of the Holy Angelsʼ Spring Open House on Tuesday, May 17, and discover how this prestigious all-girls school empowers young women through a nationally acclaimed STREAM education. Angels learn to lead in an uplifting atmosphere, where they are encouraged to surmount temporary obstacles, and encounter success throughout their lives. So far, the Class of 2022 has gained early admission and millions of dollarsʼ worth of scholarships to renowned colleges and universities that include Princeton and Yale. Be part of AHAʼs 142-year success story. Register for Spring Open

House at holyangels.org/admissions/ visit-aha beginning May 1. Spring Open House will begin at 5 p.m. at the Academyʼs campus at 315 Hillside Ave. in Demarest. Friendly, knowledgeable Angel Ambassadors will lead tours and answer questions. The administration, faculty, and staff will cover AHAʼs mission and culture, curriculum, co-curricular and extracurricular offerings, and more. The admissions team will discuss the application process, and scholarship and financial aid opportunities. Founded by the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1879, the Academy of the Holy Angels is the oldest private girlsʼ school in Bergen County. 315 Hillside Ave., Demarest. Call (201) 768.7822 and visit holyangels.org.

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Ballet Arts’ ‘Don Quixote’ May 6 and 7

Ruffled skirts swirling, toreadors strutting, street dancers cavorting, and so much more abound in Ballet Artsʼ upcoming production of Don Quixote. This ballet, May 6 and 7, is for anyone who loves castanets and wine, vacations in the warm Spanish sun, the capers of romcom lovers, tilting windmills, fiery dancing and Spanish lovers. Inspired by the novel of the same name by Miguel de Cer-

vantes, the ballet Don Quixote was first choreographed in 1869 by Marius Petipa to music by Ludwig Minkus. The ballet takes a few short episodes from the three chapters of the novel to craft a charming story thatʼs become known for its sassy heroine and Spanish setting. This ballet is pure fun and an escape from todayʼs world taking place in a Spanish town square, a

gypsy camp where the lovers escape, a wooded forest, and finally, back in the village for a wedding celebration. The story begins when the errant knight Don Quixote (Dr. Fred Fakharzadeh) and his sidekick, Sancho Panza (Gary Westlake), set out on an adventure in the name of chivalry. They wander into a town where a young woman, Kitri (Ava Hyde), is in love with a young man, Basilio (Vince Pelegrin). Kitriʼs father, the innkeeper, Lorenzo (Philip DeRosa), decrees that his daughter will not marry some poor barber, but instead a vain, extravagantly dressed nobleman named Gamache (Sean Rafferty). Within these disagreements, Quixote and Panza insert themselves into the conflict, especially with Kitri's two friends, the matador, Espada (Jack Silane), and the street dancer, Mercedes (Naomi Roth). The score is perfectly suited for delightful dancing, punctuated with castanets, tambourines, and drums. The youngest of dancers play a band of gypsies, who welcome the lovers and Don Quixote to their encampment.

Quixote mistakes a windmill as a giant and has a hallucination that results in him encountering Cupid (Sari Kaito), the Queen of the Dryads (Isabella Lama), and a stage full of ethereal nymphs. Everything gets sorted before the second actʼs splendor of a wedding and a succession of dances. The cast is talented and multifaceted both onstage and off! Dr. Fred Fakharzadeh (Don Quixote) is a prominent hand surgeon. Ava Hyde (Kitri) is graduating with honors from River Dell High School (RDHS), is the first

inductee in Ballet Artsʼ chapter of the National Honor Society of Dance Arts, and has been accepted to several prestigious universities. Sean Rafferty (Gamache) is valedictorian of RDHS ʼ22 and also has been accepted to several prestigious universities. Jack Silane (Espada) is an athlete, volunteer fire-fighter and Hugh OʼBrian Youth Leadership recipient. And all of the high school dance students are with honors at their respective schools and excel in a variety of activities. Returning guest artist Vince Pelegrin (Basilio), the Prince in Ballet Artsʼ production of “The Nutcracker,” will be graduating from American Ballet Theatreʼs (ABT) professional Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School this spring and has been offered a position with ABT Studio Company.

Get your tickets now “Don Quixote,” Friday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7 at 7 p.m, at River Dell High School, 55 Pyle Street, Oradell. Visit BalletArtsNJ.com.

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to teach the topic and the resources/materials to be used up to local districts. Meanwhile state Sen. Holly Schepisi (R-39) has drawn national attention for her efforts against adoption of the new standards, starting with her Facebook post reacting to a draft lesson plan in the Westfield School District. She also sparked a “disinformation alert” from the New Jersey Education Association, which said in part that “Politically motivated special-interest organizations and partisan politicians are actively spreading false information pertaining to New Jerseyʼs Comprehensive Health and Physical Education Standards, which were revised and adopted by the State Board of Education in 2020.” The NJEA said, “These bad actors are intentionally and falsely claiming that New Jersey is forcing an age-inappropriate curriculum on children. Not only are these claims blatantly false, but this hateful rhetoric also has the potential to jeopardize the safety and mental health of New Jersey's students.” It said, “These standards do not mandate specific instruction, but rather, provide a blueprint for local school leaders to develop appropriate curricula for students in their communities.” The union said “These revisions to the Health and Physical Education Standards require students to be able to ʻdemonstrate ways to promote dignity and respect for all people (e.g., sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, differing ability, immigration status, family configuration)ʼ and also to be able to differentiate between gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation.” It said, “The responsibility to develop and implement curricula rests with local school officials. Once adopted, classroom teachers

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use the curriculum to write lesson plans to meet the specific needs of their students. … Parents retain the right to opt-out of sex education curriculum if they feel their child is not prepared for that instruction.” As well, it said, “Educators know that parental involvement is a key part of student success. Educators should continue to partner with parents to deliver the best and most appropriate education to students. Parents who have questions about their child's education should speak with educators, not politicians.” Schepisi addressed a packed meeting of the Washington Township Council on the topic April 18, saying the disinformation alert was disingenuous and urging parents do what they could to replace members on the state Board of Education. She criticized the timing of the 2020 state standards update, said schools should emphasize reading, writing, and arithmetic, and worried about the loss of quality education suffered amid the pandemic. She also complained of content in one of her childrenʼs social studies books, saying it “horrified” her, but gave no specifics. Amid her account of the state DOEʼs proposed health topics, and her conclusion that the update should at least be paused, one resident exclaimed from the back of council chambers, “Itʼs pedophilia!” Schepisi did not correct him.

middle school assembly that he charged was presented as an antibullying session when topics such as asexuality and pansexuality were discussed. He called the session “a blatant misrepresentation” of what it was about and wondered why parents were not notified or offered a choice to opt their children out. Westwood resident Kelly OʼMelia said she wished parents could have attended the middle school presentation, which she said was an anti-bullying session. She said she wanted to “send a message” to students transitioning, or who may be asexual, pansexual or LGBTQ “that my friends and I will stand for you and fight for you. And if youʼre a parent of one of these students, I will stand with you and fight for you. And if youʼre a faculty member, or a staff member, or resident of this community, my friends and I will fight to protect your rights.” Westwood resident Ally Stevenson called for trustees and parents to stop the “culture wars crap taking root here.” She said she believed all parents and trustees were “operating from a place of wanting whatʼs best for all the kids.” However, she said over the last two years, she has seen a

change in the district. ʻItʼs destroying the whole damn country and this place was like a haven amidst all of that noise and itʼs taking over … Iʼm pissed and Iʼm tired of it. Weʼve got to stop. The accusatory, and the inflammatory and the antagonistic language toward each other. Enough, weʼre going to go — Iʼm afraid weʼve already gone too far,” she said. She said she believed every trustee was “a good and decent person” and that she took two months off from listening to board meetings due to the divisiveness. “Itʼs hurtful, itʼs hurting our kids, they hear it, they know it.” She said kids age 8 and 9 have phones and social media and that “Weʼre scared of what theyʼre going to read somewhere. Theyʼre reading it. So my opinion, my point of view, is letʼs arm them with the truth: Truth is power, right?” She said people can debate whatʼs appropriate and opt out, but also noted that the community has still not healed from rifts stemming from the coronavirus and school closures. “Please, we have to stop doing this here,” she said.

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School board meeting views At the meeting of the Westwood Regional School Board, Palisade Avenue resident Mike Reider said that he did not want his daughter, in a local elementary school, affected by the new health curriculum, particularly new standards he said were under 2.1.5: Performance expectations. While Reider did not cite specifics listed under the secondgrade standards, he said some of them were “very problematic.” “What Iʼm reading greatly concerns me,” he asserted.

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Under the state health curriculum for second-grade, the new standards list body changes during puberty, common human sexual development, romantic and sexual feelings, mood swings, masturbation, trusted adults, sexual intercourse and human reproduction, and pregnancy, including IVF and surrogacy. A letter issued earlier this year by Michael Kenduck, the district director of programs, is archived on the district website and links to the state DOE Comprehensive Health and Physical Education standards home page. The topic areas for Grade 2 include: Personal Growth and Development; Pregnancy and Parenting; Emotional Health; Social and Sexual Health; and Community Health Services and Support. Each category lists “Core Ideas” and “Performance Expectations” for each section. Reider charged that “This is political ideology being masqueraded as science” and asserted that he saw “the results whatʼs already happening to kids.” He said that he “completely disagreed with what theyʼre [the state DOE] doing.” Former trustee Thomas Snee cited recent appearances by Schepisi. He also questioned a recent

Northwood Golf Club invites new members

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The Northwood Golf Club, founded when Rockleigh Golf Course opened in 1959, invites area golfers who are interested in playing some friendly competitive golf to join its ranks. The schedule of play includes 16 tournaments and four outings. The tournament formats include individual, two-man, and four-man events with net and gross prizes. Players have sanctioned handicaps that range from single digits to the upper ranges. The Club Championships have four flights to accommodate players at all skill levels.

The Age Group Championships also have four flights to make room for young bucks and the golden seniors still competing. Play is primarily at the Bergen County courses, but River Vale Country Club is used so River Vale residents can take advantage of discounted greens fees. Organizers also added Paramus Golf Course because it is convenient for many members. The $90 annual dues cover membership in the Metropolitan Golf Association, which includes a handicap service and the monthly MGA

Magazine, tournament prize money, and trophies for special events. The 2022 tournament season runs April 25–Oct. 16. The outings are in May, June, August, and September. The golf season concludes with the annual business dinner meeting at Madeleineʼs Petit Paris in Northvale to recognize the winners, elect officers, and review the season and the plans for next year. For more information or an application, connect with secretary/treasurer Jim Dugan at dunloedoog@aol.com or (201) 666-8199.

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The Westwood Volunteer Fire Department is pleased to announce its annual Community Service Scholarship Program for the college academic year beginning September 2022. The Westwood Fire Department has been awarding scholarships since 1981. The program awards two $1,000 scholarships each year. The scholarship award is paid directly to the college or university the student will attend and is applied toward such items as tuition, room and board, fees and books. Applicants must be a current high school senior and a resident of Westwood, a Westwood Fire department member, or the child of a Westwood Fire Department member, and apply and file the appropriate admission application forms at any college or university that he or she may be interested in attending. Each scholarship winner must present an acceptance letter to an accredited college or university in order for the award to be paid to the institution. All applicants must complete the Westwood Volunteer Fire Department Scholarship Application, verify a record of volunteer service to the citizens of Westwood with a letter from the community service organization where the student volunteers. This letter must certify their service, and state the approximate number of hours of volunteer service they provided

during the past year. Applicants also write an essay of approximately 500 words on how their volunteer service to the Borough of Westwood affected their lives. The Westwood Fire Department Scholarship Committee administers the program. A separate Scholarship Review Committee comprised of leaders of area volunteer organizations reviews the scholarship applications, requests additional information if needed and recommends candidates to receive the awards. The scholarship selections are based on scholastic achievement, extra-curricular activities and community service. They are not decided based on financial need. Eligible applicants are encouraged to grab an application packet from the department at westwoodfire.org. Submissions must be postmarked no later than Sunday May 1, 2022.

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Mayor Michael Ghassali has challenged residents to join together to help shed 1,000 total pounds, assisted by gym owners, trainers, and Zumba dancers and instructors. Hundreds of people have taken him up on it so far. He says this yearʼs mayorʼs fitness challenge, March 1 – June 30, will be mutually beneficial for local businesses and residents to get into better health overall. Saying “Eat well, move well, relax well, and manage well,” the challenge webpage invites you to “Join our journey to improving our Montvale communityʼs health and wellness, while exercising, meeting

and making new friends.” It adds, “This new, exciting communitybased program is led by professional trainers and doctors, and GHASSALI will help us overcome the stress and anxiety of the pandemic while achieving our own individual goals.” The challenge is tailored to meet the needs of the participants, so mark your interests on the registration page, via montvale.org. Separately, the borough has an

active year-round community rec program, administered by a Special Events Committee and director. The committee offers a program of events, the highlight of which is an annual Day in the Park celebration held in September. Recreational programs including pickleball, golf, tennis, volleyball, basketball, yoga and tai chi, among others, are offered year round to kids and adults. The borough has four parks on 32 acres. Fcilities include two playgrounds along with courts and fields that allow for tennis, basketball, baseball, football, roller hockey, pickleball, softball, and soccer.

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Westwood rec preschool registration

Registration for the Westwood Recreation Department Preschool is underway for Westwood residents and nonresidents at the Westwood Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave. The three-day-a-week halfday programs for children 3–5 are designed to foster kindergarten readiness by creating developmentally appropriate learning opportunities in a nurturing setting. Class size is limited to 24 for the pre-K–4 morning class and 20 for the pre-K–3 afternoon class. Led by teacher/director Natalie Boes, Westwood Recreation Preschool is licensed by the State of New Jersey and fol-

lows state curriculum guidelines. Classroom activities prepare students for academic and social success by assisting in the development of self-help skills, gross and fine motor skills, listening skills as well as providing a strong foundation in literacy, math, social studies and science. Art, music, seasonal activities and free-play round out the program offerings. The Westwood Recreation Preschool program is open to children 3–5 as of Oct. 1, 2022. Proof of residency and birth certificates are required for registration. All children are required to be potty-trained before entering the program. Annual tuition is $2,000 for kids 4–5 who attend Mon-

day, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. Annual tuition is $1,700 for kids aged 3 who attend Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. For convenience, annual tuition is payable in four installments: April 5 (time of registration), Sept. 7, Jan. 2, and Feb. 6. The 2022–2023 school year begins Wednesday, Sept. 7. For registration information and forms, see the Preschool section of the Recreation Page at westwoodnj.gov or call (201) 664-7882. For more information, write , Recreation Director Gary Buchheister at gbuchheister@westwoodnj.gov.

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pathetic nervous system. The vagus nerve helps with sleep, energy, heart function, digestion, urination, sexual function, circulation, and respiration, just to name a few. After you perform the gargling and the gag reflex, kiss your loved ones and give them a nice compliment. It is very unhealthy to start the day with a complaint, a negative comment, or a worrisome topic because that increases stress and anxiety for all parties. Another great activity that you can perform that helps to activate the parasympathetics to calm down your nervous system is to dip your head in a bucket of cold water that is 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Neuroscience has shown that this activity can immediately lower your pulse rate if your heart is beating fast. Ask your doctor if this is appropriate for you and when performing this exercise, make sure you take time to breathe! To further activate the parasympathetic nervous system, perform a diaphragmatic breathing exercise where you push your belly down and out and inhale for 4 seconds, hold it for seven seconds, and then suck your stomach in as you exhale for eight seconds. You can repeat this three times and practice this three times a day. When you are in the fight or flight, or sympathetic mode, instead of the rest and digest, or parasympathetic mode, this can also lead to migraine headaches. One natural option to help reduce stress and anxiety and even reduce headaches is to rub the little medial flap of the external ear, or the tragus, for 30 seconds and repeat three times a day. In fact, people have even pierced the tragus and have gotten permanent migraine headache relief. Most migraines are caused by lack of oxygen and abnormal

blood flow to the head so it is very is a very simple, easy, and effective important to not have an overactive exercise. Scientists did 10 years of sympathetic nervous system. This will put you in stress mode and can research with office workers and actually cause the muscles in your found that the people who perback, neck, jaw and shoulders to formed these infinity exercises had a significant reduction in workplace tense up creating pain, as well. Another easy way to activate anxiety. Your brain has over 70,000 the parasympathetic nervous system and reduce the sympathetic thoughts a day, so if we can come activation is to make loud noises, up with strategies that reduce the cough, laugh, scream, sing, make amount of thoughts, you will be in high tones, make low tones, whis- a more relaxed state. Listening to music can also get you in a more tle, and swallow. Using your throat muscles in relaxed state as well. However, when you listen to different ways will also get you in a more relaxed state. Do you ever music, try only listening to one notice how good you feel when you musical instrument. For example, sing really loud? I am sure you have only focus on the piano, and ignore heard that laughter is the best med- the drums, the bass and the guitar. icine. Even fake laughing has been That will keep your brain focused and will help to relax an overactive proven to help as well. Also, if you are watching TV, brain. Start to try and make some of it is good to watch a comedy, which will help you be more productive these exercises part of your daily throughout the day because you are routine that may help with anxiety. Everytime you brush your teeth, less stressed. With neuroplasticity and gargle water immediately after you rewiring of the brain, it is possible are done. Or every time you are in the to directly or indirectly activate the shower, sing or laugh loudly. Every parasympathetic nervous system. An additional way to activate time you are waiting in line at the the parasympathetic nervous sys- store, draw the infinity symbol. If you reduce your stress and tem is to put a sweet, sour or salty taste on the tip of your tongue, or a anxiety, your immune system will bitter taste on the back of your become strong, and you are less tongue. The more activation of the likely to have negative effects if you parasympathetics, the less likely are exposed to Covid-19, the flu, or a cold. Remember to get your vitayou are to have anxiety. However, if you are diagnosed min D, and go outside for at least with anxiety, always talk to your 20 minutes during the middle of medical doctor for treatment day to get maximum sun exposure. Lastly, doing good deeds and options. None of these exercises are intended to replace medical treatments, but are just activities that neuroscientists have studied and we can possibly use this information to help us feel better. Another avenue of approach to reduce stress and anxiety is to draw the infinity symbol or a horizontal The Borough of Park Ridge figure 8 with your arms or legs for 30 seconds throughout the day. This welcomes all residents of Bergen County to participate in Park Ridgeʼs 2022 Mayors Wellness Campaign. The program offers events throughout May. Hereʼs the schedule: • May 7. The Healthy-Heart Walk Challenge own-pace townwide walk. Kick-off ceremony and a walk with Mayor Keith Misciagna commences at 10 a.m. in Veterans Park, followed by a musical performance by a fabulous live cover band. • May 8. All-ages “Warrior Workout” by Life Time Bergen County. • May 8–15. Restaurant Week! Enjoy new eats with a healthy purpose. • May 9. “Walk and Talk on Health” with Dr. Lynn Corrigan. Weight Management during Menopause. • May 10. Strength in Motherhood by FIT4MOM Bergen. Yoga in the Pavilion. • May 11. “Walk and Talk on Health.” Dr. J. Christopher Mendler, open discussion.

helping others has also been proven to boost your immune system and reduce stress and anxiety. So make sure you do at least one good deed every single day. Rather than be stressed and be a negative person, be the person that brings joy and happiness to these stressful times. Amazing deals! Act now! The best way to determine anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, brain fog, or a mood disorder is to do a complete one hour neurological evaluation, which includes a VNG brain test to measure each area of the brain to see how it is functioning and what areas need the most help. This is normally $400 at my Emerson office, but if you respond by the end of May, you can receive the entire test for only $97. The next best test is called a qEEG which is a noninvasive test that measures your brain waves to determine any damaged areas. This test is also normally $400 and now you can receive this entire test for only $97 as well. To top it off, for the first seven people that sign up, you can get both tests (which would normally cost a total of $800) for only $150 if you mention this article and schedule your two-hour appointment before the end of May. All you have to do is email info@kaplanbrainandbody or call (201) 261-2150 to reserve your spot. Function better, feel better, live better.

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THESAVVYSENIOR: Best Senior Travel Discounts in 2022 Dear Savvy Senior, What are some of the best travel discounts available to seniors? My husband and are about to retire and are BY JIM MILLER interested in traveling more but live on a tight budget. —Frugal Travelers

Dear Frugal, There are hundreds of travelrelated discounts available to older travelers that can add up to save you hundreds of dollars on your next trip. To qualify, youʼll need to meet the age requirement, which varies by business. Some discounts may be available as soon as you turn 50, but most donʼt kick in until you turn 55, 60, 62 or 65. Hereʼs a rundown of top travel discounts, along with some extra tips to help you save.

Ways to Save The first thing to know is that most businesses donʼt advertise them, but many give senior discounts just for the asking, so donʼt be shy. You also need to be aware that when it comes to senior travel bargains, the “senior discount,” if available, may not always be the best deal. Hotels, resorts, airlines

and cruise lines, for example, offer veterans that are enrolled in Veteradvanced bookings along with ans Advantage. special deals and promotions from Train: Amtrak provides a 10 time to time that may be a lower percent discount to travelers 65rate than what the senior discount plus, and a 10 percent discount to is. Before you book, always ask passengers over age 60 on crossabout the lowest possible rate and border services operated jointly by the best deal available. Amtrak and VIA Rail Canada. Another way you can save is Rental Car: Avis and Budget to be flexible when you travel. Last provide AARP members up to 30 minute travel deals can offer huge percent off at participating locasavings, as does traveling during tions. Hertz offers up to 20 off to off-season or off-peak times, and 50-plus travelers. And Thrifty and avoiding holidays. Sixt provides 5 percent off to those Club memberships can also 50 and older. garner you a wide variety of travel Hotels: Certain hotel chains bargains. AARP, for example has offer discounted rates for seniors dozens of travel discounts avail- usually ranging between 10 and 15 able on hotels, rental cars, cruises, percent off but may vary by locavacation packages and more – see tion. Some popular hotels that AARP.org/benefits-discounts. The offer these discounts include Best American Automobile Association Western, Choice Hotels, Hyatt, (AAA.com) is another membership club that provides some great travel discounts to members at any WESTWOOD age.

Types of Discounts Here are of some of the best senior travel discounts available in 2022. Airline: British Airways offers AARP members $65 off economy travel and $200 off business club travel. American, Delta and United also offer senior fares to passengers 65 and older in certain markets but are extremely limited. And JetBlue offers 5 percent discounts for retired military and

IHG Hotels, Marriott, Omni Hotels & Resorts, Red Roof and Wyndham Hotels. Restaurants: Many restaurant chains offer senior discounts ranging from free drinks, to senior menus, to discounts off your total order, but they may only be available on certain days of the week or at certain locations. Some popular options include Applebeeʼs, Dennyʼs, IHOP, Chiliʼs, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery and McDonalds. Cruises: Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise lines offer discount rates to cruisers 55 and over on select cruises. And Grand European Travel offers AARP members up to $100 savings per person on river cruises. Call before booking to inquire.

Entertainment and Attractions: Most museums, zoos, aquariums, movie theaters, public golf courses and even ski slopes provide reduced admission to seniors over 60 or 65. And for those 62 or older, one of the best deals available is the America the Beautiful Senior Pass ($20 for an annual senior pass, or $80 for a lifetime pass) which provides admittance to more than 2,000 national parks and recreation sites. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

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To help deal with the significant time commitment that a board membership, or other charitable activity, can represent, Wells Fargo & Co. allots each employee 16 hours of paid time per year to be used exclusively for volunteer work. In addition, the Community Care Grants program, governed and funded by the Wells Fargo Foundation, recognizes employees for their financial giving and volunteer service activities – including board service. Through this program, an employee can qualify for up to $2,000 per year in Community Care Grants. Once an employee has received a grant, they can choose which eligible charities theyʼd like to support by directing the funds to any of the approximately one million eligible charities. Leveraging our strengths While our primary motivation is the chance to help others, we also see participating in community leadership as an opportunity for employees to commit to a cause, issue, or organization where they have an affinity and a passion.

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Investment and Insurance Products are: • Not Insured by the FDIC or Any Federal Government Agency • Not a Deposit or Other Obligation of, or Guaranteed by, the Bank or Any Bank Affiliate • Subject to Investment Risks, Including Possible Loss of the Principal Amount Invested On top of that, volunteering offers a variety of development opportunities, including hands-on learning, either on the job or through volunteer activities or special assignments. Volunteering helps us to: • Positively shape our communities • Expand community connections with others where we live and work • Expand our networks, gain visibility, and build business acumen • Build greater insight by being a “voice” for inclusion and build diversity awareness and cul-

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Five Dimes Brewery, at 247 Westwood Ave., opened to fanfare April 22-24. The venture, by Westwood chiropractor Chris Alepa, was years in the making and powered through the pandemic’s many roadblocks to get here. Below: Special thanks went to Midnight Moonlight and the Police Pipes & Drums of Bergen County “for an incredible live music experience.” (Courtesy photos.)

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required many more than five,” Alepa posted April 20. “This is a very great thing for this town,” Alepa told us. He said that hundreds of residents, including families, have visited, and many also bought food from surrounding restaurants, shops, and eateries and enjoyed them with

and a stout. He said the brewery also did well with its homemade hard seltzers, and a non-alcoholic root beer.

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Kenneth I. KAPUSTA

Kenneth I. Kapusta, 69, of the Township of Washington, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2022. Ken is survived by his loving wife, Ingrid (Niebuhr), of 48 years and his four-legged companion, Jessi. Devoted father of Kevin Kapusta and Tara (Kapusta) Fricke. Loving son of the late Walter (2012) and Helen Kapusta. Dear brother of Kathie Haus. Loving grandfather, otherwise known as Buddy, to Jake and Charlotte Fricke. He is also survived by his nieces Pamela, Laura, Donna, Katelyn, and Jillian. Ken was born on April 27, 1952 and raised in Garfield before moving to Paramus. Once married, he lived in Township of Washington for 48 years and enjoyed weekends and vacationing at his second home, in Pennsylvania. Ken was an electrician and foreman with local IBEW 164 until he retired, then he worked at Davis Sport Shop in Sloatsburg, N.Y. Over the years, he was Boy Scout leader and soccer coach. He enjoyed camping, boating, skiing, softball, and bowling. He was past president of the Old Tappan Sportsmenʼs Fish and Game Association, and a member of the Tenafly Rifle & Pistol Club and Cherry Ridge Range. He dedicated his life to making a difference to those around him. He will be remembered for his love for family, loyalty to friends, tenacity to overcome adversity, and zest for life. He lives on in the memories of all those he held dear. The family received relatives and friends to celebrate his life on Sunday, April 24 at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood. Cremation and burial were private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SPOHNC (Support for People with

Oral and Head and Neck Cancer), PO Box 53 Locust Valley, NY 11560-0053 or spohnc.org

Michael ‘Mike’ LACKOWITZ

Michael J. “Mike” Lackowitz, 70, of River Vale, born on Aug. 28, 1951, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022 after a two-year battle with cancer. He was son of the late Stephen and Bessie Lackowitz, beloved father to Stephanie Lackowitz, loving partner to Lisa Zarantonello Gill and her son, James Gill. Beloved brother to Stephen Lackowitz (Nerissa Francisco). He leaves behind many cousins and dear friends. Mikeʼs favorite things in life were his cat, Jackson; aiding animal rescue organizations; music; fishing; and spending time with friends and family.

Margaret V. HAYDE

Margaret V. Hayde, 83, of Hillsdale died April 17 at Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake. Born in New York, Mrs. Hayde had worked at local public schools, beginning as a library volunteer, then secretary to the principal at Meadowbrook Elementary in Hillsdale. She retired as administrative assistant for the superintendent of schools, Montvale. A member of St. John the Baptist R.C. Church since 1967, Mrs. Hayde served for many years as Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. Survivors include her husband of 63 years, John; children Michael Hayde of Manassas, Va. and Deborah Kramer of Charlotte, Vt.; seven

grandchildren; step-sister Patricia Steinbrueck of Sylva, N.C.; sistersin-law Frances Storm of Cheshire, Conn. and Betty Clauss of Villa Rica, Ga.; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on April 25 at St. John the Baptist, with interment following at George Washington Memorial Park.

Susan Mawdsley DUBECK

Susan Mawdsley DuBeck, of Glenside, Penn. passed away peacefully at home on Thursday April 14, 2022. Susan, born June 10, 1967, was the oldest daughter of James and Margaret Mawdsley and was raised in Westwood. She moved to Pennsylvania upon her marriage to Christopher DuBeck. She is predeceased by her parents, James and Margaret Mawdsley. She is survived by her loving husband, Christopher DuBeck, as well as her brother James C. Mawdsley, sister Eileen Harrington (Neal), stepsons Bryan DuBeck (Samantha) and Ryan DuBeck (Samantha) and grandchildren Maycen and Jamie DuBeck, nephews James D. Mawdsley, Sean Harrington, Ryan Harrington and niece Jennifer Mawdsley. Susan also is survived by aunts, cousins and many caring friends both near and far. Susan was a graduate of Westwood High School (Class of 1985), active in the Westwood Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, and worked as a travel agent in various capacities throughout her career. With a big and caring heart, Susan lived her life always thinking of others first. To have known Susan meant you had a true friend for life. The family received relatives and friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road,

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Westwood, on Monday, April 18 and Tuesday, April 19. Funeral Liturgy at Church of the Assumption, Emerson, on Tuesday, April 19. Interment followed at Maryrest Cemetery, Mahwah.

Teresa Ann SCHOTT

Teresa Ann Schott (nee Powers), 94, of Hillsdale, formerly of Rockland County, N.Y., passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Alfred. Loving mother of JoAnn Hoffman (Ed Keegan). Cherished grandmother of Tonya Tardibuono (Joseph Janeiro) and proud greatgrandmother of Reonna and Niko. Visitation is on Saturday, May 21 from noon to 1 p.m. at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave., Northvale with a service at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Teresaʼs memory are welcome at Valley Hospice, valleyhealth.com. Pizzifuneralhome.com.

Todd AKNAY

Todd Aknay, 40, of Westwood, was born on Feb, 23, 1982 in Englewood to Norma Berman and the late Tom Aknay, and passed away on April 21, 2022. Todd worked in financial services at Ferrari North America's corporate office. Todd was a devoted father to his son, Hudson Aknay. He had a larger-

than-life personality with a heart of gold and always helped whoever was in need. Todd had many friends from all over the world. He had many interests. He was an avid sneaker collector, enjoyed tattoos, working out, and good food, and had a keen sense of style. Todd loved his family and is survived by his mother, Norma Berman; his sister, Leah Aknay; his life partner, Tatjana Rupena; the son they had together, 6-year-old Hudson Aknay; and the Rupena–Brauner family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his son, Hudson Aknay's, college fund. Please make checks out to American Funds (memo: Hudson Aknay). A celebration of life was held on April 30 at the Frank A. Patti and Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home, 327 Main St., opposite the Fort Lee Library. To leave condolences, visit frankpatti.com or call (201) 944-0100.

Richard P. SCACCHETTI

Richard P. Scacchetti, 65, of Park Ridge passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Beloved husband of Janice Marshall. Loving son of Patricia and the late Laurence Scacchetti. Dear brother of Larry and Doug. Cherished uncle of five nieces and nephews. Visitation was Tuesday, April 26 at Robert Spearing Funeral Home Inc., 155 Kinderkamack Road, Park Ridge, rsfhi.com. In lieu of flowers, please donate in memory of Richard to either St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital (stjude.org) or Michael J. Fox Parkinsonʼs Foundation (michaeljfox.org).

WESTWOOD KNIGHTS GOLF OUTING

The St. Thomas More Council $10,000 prize will be awarded for a 2188 of Westwood is sponsoring a hole in one on the fourth hole and a golf outing to raise funds for its 50-inch TV, a set of golf clubs, and scholarship and charity funds and air fare for two to any location in the Continental for the United States. Columbian Westwood Club of WestCouncil 2188 wood. is also seekScholaring individuships will be als and busito awarded nesses in the deserving stuarea to supdents to assist port the event in paying for by sponsortheir college ing a hole, experience. cost of $100 The event or by donatwill be held at ing an item the River Vale Country Club Funds raised at the outing go to that will be used as a on Monday, scholarship funds and charity. June 13. A hot breakfast buffet, all- door prize for the participants. For more information, contact inclusive golf, door prizes, and a buffet luncheon are included in the Ray Polomski, (551) 427-7321, after 10 a.m. cost of $150 per person. Forms for registration, hole Competitions for longest and straightest drives, closest to the pin, sponsorships, and gift donations and lowest score foursome will be are available at the St. Thomas More Council 2188 website, held. Hole in One prizes include kofc2188.org.

Driver impairment study gets a boost

Van Buskirk Island Paddling Center Explore the quiet, forestlined waters of the river between the island and Oradell Dam. Like Overpeck, this nontidal freshwater stretch is perfect for novice paddlers, families and the out-ofpractice. Private Group Paddles can be arranged at any Center. For more information, call Capt. Hugh

Carola at (201) 968-0808 or eU.S. Congressman Josh Gotmail hugh@hackensackriverkeeptheimer successfully offered a er.org. bipartisan amendment on the House floor to the Marijuana River Cleanups These active conservation Opportunity, Reinvestment and events give people of all ages the Expungement (MORE) Act, to opportunity to give back to the help protect our families from the environment and their communi- dangers of intoxicated drivers by ties. River Cleanups are sched- investing in a study on technolouled at 10 waterside locations gies and methods that law enforcewithin the Hackensack River ment can use to determine Watershed through Sunday, Nov. whether a driver is impaired by 6. Riverkeeper provides cleanup marijuana. A statement from Gottools and supplies as well as refreshments for all volunteers. theimerʼs office on April 1, just All they ask is that volunteers after the amendment passed, said pitch in and help rid local water- the study will be conducted by the ways of litter and other debris. National Highway Traffic Safety Visit hackensackriverkeeper.org. Administration (NHTSA), an agency of the Department of Transportation (DOT). Bird Walks “Itʼs been reported that mariCarola is available to lead bird walks or hawkwatches at juana significantly impairs judglocal hotspots within the Hackensack River Watershed region. Call EMERSON him at (201) 968-0808. Costs: $200–$300 depending on location and duration of trip. These programs work best for groups of 12 or fewer. Indoor Presentations Sheehan and Carola conduct multimedia presentations for groups of any size and age range. They have a wealth of materials including PowerPoint slideshows and video screenings appropriate for all age groups. Presenters will provide informational literature for all attendees. Founded in 1997 by Captain Bill Sheehan, Hackensack Riverkeeper is the leading environmental organization working on Hackensack River issues.

citing the lack of economic benefits to Montvale. A 2022-2023 budget breakdown shows salaries cost 54%; employee benefits 12%; services 9%; capital outlay 8%; tuition 8%; transportation 4%; supplies/textbooks 2%; utilities 2%; and other 1%. Dollar breakdowns show salaries at $ 33,573,734; Employee Benefits $ 7,727,978; Services $5,901,717; Tuition $5,263,322; Transportation $2,613,600; Supplies/Textbooks $1,308,999; Utilities $953,000; Other $662,855; and Capital Outlay $4,668,963. Usamiʼs presentation, which is available online, provides a rundown of specific curricular

proposals, staffing and capital improvements proposed for 20222023. Curricular proposals include embedded “real-world” learning, college and career training in various curricular areas and additional options in physical education/health. Staffing for 2022 shows nine positions added, including two special education teachers, a guidance counselor, media specialist and director of special services. Moreover, a $4.5 million capital projects breakdown shows budgeted improvements including Pascack Valley and Pascack Hillsʼ auditorium renovations at $1.3 million each; plus window, toilet room, HVAC, and roof upgrades.

staff will conduct two types of Guided Paddles: • Twelve Moonlight Paddles — two each month from May through October — will take place on (or adjacent to) the full moon; leaving the dock 6 to 8 p.m., depending on the month. • Thirty-six daytime Guided Paddles — focused on either wildlife or sightseeing — will be conducted on most Sundays from May 22 through Sept. 18, 9 a.m. and noon. For reservation and donation information visit hackensackriverkeeper.org.

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Overpeck Park Paddling Center You can now rent four types of human-powered craft at this central Bergen County Park: kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards and “waterbikes”. Visit hackensackriverkeeper.org. Unlike the tidal waters of the river, the impounded nature of Overpeck Creek makes it easier for novice paddlers and families with children to enjoy.

ment, motor coordination, and reaction time, and studies have found a direct relationship between blood THC concentration and GOTTHEIMER impaired driving ability. Drivers under the influence of marijuana regularly cause traffic collisions and marijuana is the illicit drug most frequently found in the blood of drivers who have been involved in vehicle crashes, including fatal ones,” said Gottheimer. He said, “For a marijuana test to be effective on drivers, it must detect recent cannabis use and also prove that cannabis in a personʼs system impaired his or her driving.

There is not yet a cannabis breathalyzer that does both of those things because, unlike alcohol, cannabis can stay in the body long after their ʻhighʼ has worn off.” He added, “It is critical that our law enforcement officers are able to determine if recent use of cannabis is directly impacting a personʼs ability to operate a vehicle. The fact is that we need more widely available technologies to determine whether drivers are impaired by marijuana and my amendment invests in a study to do just that.” He said, “We need to make sure that our law enforcement officers have all the resources and tools necessary to keep roads and highways safe for our families.” — Staff report

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Chamber’s Third Annual Car Show June 18

Save the date for the Emerson Chamber of Commerceʼs Third Annual Car Show. Proceeds support local charities and Emerson High School scholarships. The event is June 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Stop and Shop parking lot, Kinderkamack Road. Classic and exotic cars, trucks, and motorcycles are welcome. All makes and models. Trophies in all classes. Spectators: Adults, $5; under 12 free. Car registration: $20 pre-registration, $25 day of show, $50 vendor spots. Chamber president Giovanni Mazzei told Pascack Press on April 22, “The three platinum sponsorships have been taken by Richʼs Automotive Specialist, Liberty Subaru and Valley Body & Fender. The Emerson Dairy Queen has also generously

taken a gold sponsorship. Again, we are so grateful for the businesses and the community.” Mazzei added, “We continue to work out the logistics, and are planning a May meeting as we speak. There are a lot of people working behind the scenes and there is a strong partnership developing between The Emerson Borough and Chamber. Thank you Mayor Danielle DiPaola and Councilwoman Jill McGuire for helping us move together in lockstep. We are so strong working together to benefit our community!” For more information and vendor spots visit Emerson Chamber of Commerce on Facebook or call Giovanni Mazzei at (201) 248-6193, Dan OʼBrien at (201) 376-6496, or Laura Lichult at (201) 785-6661.

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