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STARS, STRIPES FOREVER Westwood Community Band bounces back

TETERBORO Woodcliff Lake, in victory, urges vigilance

A new flight pattern for Teterboro Airport is expected to take fewer planes over homes in the Pascack Valley and other Bergen County towns –– so long as pilots follow it. The Federal Aviation Administration said it completed training for the alternative path on July 1. For years, residents and local officials across the county have complained about the noise, frequency, and proximity of business jet arrivals to Runway 19 at Teterboro Airport. “Itʼs definitely increased and affected the quality of life for so many of my neighbors [who are] exactly under the flight path,” said Woodcliff Lake councilwoman Jacqueline Gadaleta, who advocated for a change to the pattern. Unresolved complaints led to the formation of the Teterboro Airport Noise Abatement Advisory Committee in 1987, according to its website. TANAAC held quarterly meetings with residents before the pandemic and negotiated with the FAA to change the flight paths. While Woodcliff Lake is outside of the required radius to officially participate in TANAAC, the borough became more involved over time. Mayor Carlos Rendo

Four area high school students receive $1,000 scholarships from K of C Mother Seton Council. SEE PAGE 16

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RELIEF BEGINS TO FLOW

Towns weigh guidance, needs on federal millions BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

While Pascack Valleyʼs eight municipalities will gross nearly $7 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to be paid out in 2021 and 2022, the first piles of cash comprising about half of relief funds due have recently started arriving in local coffers. We connected with officials in Emerson, Hillsdale, and River Vale for this initial installment; weʼre watching for developments in Montvale, Park Ridge, the Township of Washington, Westwood, and Woodcliff Lake. The local funding was provided

See RELIEF on page 234

JULY 12, 2021

TOM OFFERJOST CONDUCTS the Westwood Community Band on July 4 at Veterans Memorial Park. Performances are scheduled Sundays in July and on Labor Day. FOURTH OF JULY enjoyed its musical accompaniment in grand style at Veterans Memorial Park, with a free performance by the Westwood Community Band at the historic bandstand. HE

The audience, on blankets, lawn and beach chairs, and the parkʼs many benches enjoyed marches, patriotic selections, showtunes, and more. Remaining performances this summer, all Sundays at 3

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p.m., weather permitting, also will weave in new songs and old favorites, including Big Band music. Bring the family July 11, 18, and 25, and Sept. 5.

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FLIGHT PATH ADJUSTED

BY JARED MITOVICH OF PASCACK PRESS

See FLIGHT on page 384

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Eagle Scouts from Westwood Troops 47 and 350 were honored, and their projects celebrated, June 19 at Nugent Park. SEE PAGE 21

For years in the Pascack Valley, warmer weather meant days of languid lounging at Pascack Pool, at Piermont Avenue and Cedar Lane in Hillsdale. Kristin Beuscher has the story. SEE PAGE 4

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Her way: Intersection named for beloved crossing guard at milestone BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

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A crossing guard who helped safely cross students thousands of times over 51 years of service was honored by the Park Ridge Police Department June 23 during a ceremony where they named an intersection she long guarded in her honor. Officers from the Park Ridge Police Department proclaimed the corner of Ridge Avenue and South First Street “Renata Guiglia Way.”

“I was floored, let me tell you. I was absolutely beside myself. I worked quite some time for them and I really enjoyed my work. I loved my kids, they were little angels. I miss them terribly,” Guiglia told Pascack Press. Guiglia, 82, from Montvale, said she loved her job safely crossing local students but noted “some people are nuts the way they drive” and said she reported “quite a few” errant or careless drivers to local police. She said many of the distracted drivers were “on their phones” and not paying attention despite

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her reflective orange vest and safety cones. She said often parents told her that their kids listened to her better than they listened to them. She said kindness and listening to kids was important and part of her daily routine. “They [the PRPD] said that ʻWe really miss you and you did an excellent job.ʼ I really do miss it terribly too now,” she said, reflecting on retirement. She said some kids still text her and keep in touch following her many years of service as a crossing guard. She said a knee problem, which restricts her mobility, led her, with regret, to retire. The department honored Guiglia for her decades of community service, with much of that time crossing students of West Ridge Elementary School at the corner of Ridge Avenue and South First Street. Police Capt. Joseph Rampolla told Pascack Press, “Renata never missed work and braved the elements for so many dedicated years. The kids she crossed eventually

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RENATA GUIGLIA, a longtime Park Ridge crossing guard, is honored June 23 by the Park Ridge Police Department. Guiglia holds the new street sign, while (from left) Officer Dan Hoffmann, Officer John Gleason, Lieutenant Peter Mauro, Detective Gerry Powers, and Captain Joseph Rampolla look on. grew up and got married and Rena- more than three decades, said ta would soon cross the former Guiglia is “a wonderful, kind person and very dedicated who hardWest Ridge studentsʼ children.” A friend of Guigliaʼs, Joanna ly missed a day in all her years.” Finnegan, a resident of Ridge CONTINUED ON PAGE 22 Avenue who has known Guiglia for

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Howard Marcus. Iʼve lived in Hillsdale for 55 years and I am disappointed with the decisions made by the Hillsdale Council this year. Increasing property taxes to “maybe” build a commu-

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nity center and refurbish a ball field without the appropriate plans and costs in place is not good government. It would have been more responsible to at least ask the residents if they want or need a community center before increasing property taxes. It reminds me of taxation without representation. It seems we havenʼt made much progress. Edna Lord Hillsdale

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Mayor Peter Calamari said June 24 that he believed the township budget could support buying both the 6.4-acre Washington Township Swim Club and the 3acre mostly wooded parcel at 450 Pascack Road long-sought by neighbors who oppose development there. At the meeting, the Township Council voted, 4-1, to approve a $1 million offer for the swim club property following extensive negotiations by the mayor with club ownership over several months. A 3-2 council vote on June 21 authorized submission of an offer, but without a majority of 4-1, the council could not bond for the $1 million offer, said Township Attorney Kenneth Poller. Councilman Michael DeSena changed his vote June 24 to side with the majority. Councilman Steven Cascio voted against the swim club offer both times. The mayor cited the current low interest rate for bonds (about 2.5%) on $1 million that equals an annual tax increase of $18 for 20 years on an average taxpayer with a home valued at $465,000. “This [swim club offer] does not interfere with that [450 Pascack Road],” said Calamari. “Itʼs maybe a little unfortunate that they both come available at the same time but they offer unique opportunities, each one for the town. We have to take advantage of both of them.”

“I think the town budget can support buying both properties,” he added. Calamariʼs confirmation that the township budget can support buying both properties, via taxpayer supported bonds, was the first on-record comment by local officials about where funding may come from to acquire 450 Pascack Road. The property at 450 Pascack Road includes more than 700 trees, including 200 mature trees, one of the last remaining contiguous tree canopies in town, according to a recent Green Team report. The property also serves as a buffer between Ridgewood Boulevard East homeownersʼ backyards and the townshipʼs Memorial Field and Westwood Regional School Districtʼs George Washington Elementary School. Council members previously approved a $2,500 appraisal of the property, which they have yet to receive, and hope to negotiate with owners to acquire the parcel after making an offer, possibly this summer. Poller said June 24 that the council was still waiting for an environmental report on the 450 Pascack Road property, before having a final appraisal in hand. Following receipt of an appraisal, the council is expected to make an offer on 450 Pascack Road. At least three residents calling the June 24 meeting urged the mayor and council not to forget about acquiring 450 Pascack Road while attempting to purchase the swim club. Ridgewood Boulevard East homeowner Joseph Scalia remind-

ed members June 24 that while the swim club was a “significant opportunity for the council” and noted its potential uses for swimming and recreation, he said that “also goes for the property at 450 [Pascack Road].” “Many of you criticize the previous administrations for not acting on 450 and now weʼre sitting in the same situation where we may not act on this property.” He urged the council to act on purchasing both the swim club and 450 Pascack Road. “I hope that the potential acquisition of the pool property does not compete with 450 Pascack because both of these properties need to be acquired by the town in order for us to plan for the future and really plan for expansion as we grow this town properly by not including high-density homes in these areas,” said Scalia. Resident Michael Lemken said the council should not purchase the swim club “at the detriment of 450 Pascack Road.” He noted the nearby neighborsʼ backyards, and public facilities and a school nearby to 450 Pascack Road would likely benefit from the purchase of 450 Pascack. Antony Udina said he was against high-density development in town and was worried about developers eyeing property at the swim club and 450 Pascack Road. He said he was worried that if the council did not support acquiring the swim club, what might happen to 450 Pascack Road. He said he hopes the council decides to preserve the swim club and 450 Pascack. Online estimates of the 450

Pascack Road property, currently listed as off-market, range from the mid-$400,000 through mid$600,000 range. One of the propertyʼs owners, Robert Morris, has contracted with Lakos Construction Inc. to develop the property, which is listed for $2.1 million on two real estate sites due to its possible development potential. Both sites listing the property

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in the Pascack Valley, warmer weather meant languid days spent lounging at the Pascack Pool, a popular summer hangout at Piermont Avenue and Cedar Lane in Hillsdale. The pool was a large manmade lake with a sand bottom. There were diving boards, a refreshment stand, a playground, baseball and basketball areas, a jukebox, and acres of picnic grounds. Sandy shores around the pool created a beach-like retreat. In 1933, a season membership cost $5. In 1939, the beach was enlarged so that the resort could accommodate 3,000 to 4,000 people. The pool at the time was a frolicsome 25 feet by 250 feet. During World War II the Pascack Pool was frequented by soldiers from nearby military camps looking for a little relaxation before being shipped out. In 1959 Caesar DeFlora purchased the pool and began transforming the property. The original Pascack Pool was filled in and the Stonybrook Field Club was created directly to the south on the same property, complete with a new Olympic-size swimming pool. DeFlora sold all the land to the Borough of Hillsdale in 1976. The western portion was sold to a developer and became Stonybrook Manor condominiums. The northern portion (formerly Pascack Pool) was turned into a soccer field. The Stonybrook Swim Club, on the southern portion of the land, continues to operate after many upgrades. —Kristin Beuscher OR MANY YEARS

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THE PASCACK POOL, corner of Piermont Avenue and Cedar Lane in Hillsdale, in the late 1940s.

IN THE SUMMER OF 1946, Esther (above, left) and husband Theodore Blumenberg (above, right) soak up sun on the beach without leaving Hillsdale.

A JULY 1940 advertisement for the pool shows admission prices of the time.

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CONDEMNATION HEARING TOWARD INTERSECTION FIX SET FOR AUG. 18 BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

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Of the three remaining easements needed before Bergen County can set the Pascack Road–Washington Avenue intersection project on its 2021 schedule, one was approved June 21 and the township likely is heading to court in August to acquire the final two via eminent domain. In all, the township needed to secure 13 road widening or temporary construction easements— and have copies in the countyʼs hands—before the county would schedule the long-awaited inter-

section improvement project. On June 21, the Township Council approved resolution 21244 to authorize an agreement for a 694-square-foot road widening easement at 667 McKinley Ave, adjacent to the Exxon station. The resolution notes that an agreement in lieu of condemnation for Block 3104, Lot 6, was authorized in the amount not to exceed $37,000. No comments by the mayor, council, or residents were made at the June 21 meeting regarding the project. Our calls to Administrator Robert Tovo and Township Attorney Kenneth Poller went unreturned. On July 3, a public notice was published that notified SZ Realty

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THE TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON is negotiating with landowners so that it can get on the county’s construction schedule to overhaul a notorioius traffic bottleneck.

Investment LLC, Peter Covello, Tonya Covello and Pascack Auto Exchange Inc. of a Superior Court filing by the township to “exercise eminent domain” on Lots 1 and 7 of Block 3103. They are requested to reply by July 23 to the townshipʼs motion for condemnation and a Superior Court hearing on the condemnation is scheduled Aug. 18 at 1:30 p.m. at Bergen County Justice Center. The motion invoking eminent domain asks the defendants to state why final judgment should not be entered that the Township of Washington “has duly exercised its power of eminent domain and further, why judgment should not be rendered appointing three disinterested commissioners… to fix the compensation to be paid for the taking of the property interests described in the Complaint.” The Lot 1 widening easement comprises 1,679 square feet at 680

McKinley Ave. while the Lot 7 temporary construction easement encompasses 432 square feet at 689 Pascack Road, both also bounded by Jefferson Avenue and Pascack Road. The council approved an eminent domain ordinance on the properties in mid-April. The administration had been negotiating with property owners since then to acquire the easements at fair market value. The intersection improvement has been a defining priority for the current council. Funding the engineering “soft costs” was the first attempted ordinance of 2017. The intersection, now a notorious bottleneck near the fire station, daily serves tens of thousands of people in addition to residents. The project has seen missteps and delays, including the original shared services agreement the council authorized Mayor Peter Calamari to sign and submit to

Bergen County in mid 2019. The SSA sets forth the division of responsibilities between the township and the county as per respective resolutions previously adopted. The Board of Chosen Freeholders approved it July 2, 2019 and the township adopted it that Aug. 12. The council understood Calamari to have sent the signed paperwork to the county that Sept. 9. Due to last-minute reviews and editing requested by Poller— leading him to direct the whiting out of Calamariʼs signature—the revised SSA was not signed off on by the township until late 2019. A final condition was added that requires the township pay for any new traffic signals needed at the nearby emergency services building under construction. For more, see “Intersection Construction ʻNot Possible For 2020,ʼ Says County,” Pascack Press, Dec. 30, 2019.

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Swing: 450 Pascack unit senior apartment and townhome complex for the site. Tsapatsaris withdrew the application later last summer following public pushback from area neighbors. The property, including 3 mostly wooded acres and a dilapidated home, barn and shed are assessed at $320,000. The land is assessed at $254,600 and land improvements at $65,500. Annual property taxes are estimated at $8,000. The property assessment has remained unchanged since 2013,

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when its assessed value dropped from $541,900 to $320,000. Efforts to reach the tax assessor for comment were not returned by press time. Immediate past mayor Janet Sobkowicz said she tried to negotiate with owner Robert Morris during her administration, and said they made an offer of $700,000 for the property. She told the council at a public comment session that after theyʼd agreed on terms, it was her recollection that Morris asked for another $100,000 and the deal fell through.

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The Bergen County Juvenile Fire Prevention Program — the only service of its type in the county — needs monetary donations and fire safety volunteers to rejuvenate the program. Itʼs aiming to save and change lives. Formed in 1987, the BCJFPP has provided more than 2,000 children aged 18 and under and their families with community education prevention, fire setting assessments, individual and group education sessions, and if necessary, clinical services. The program partners with CarePlus NJ, a mental health clinic in Fair Lawn and Paramus, and its clinicians and intervention specialists to rehabilitate youth who display curiosity or have engaged in fire setting. There is no charge to families. “The program remained very active through today, but Covid19, declining membership in the volunteer fire departments and reduced funding has put a recent strain on the program,” said its founder George Lucia Sr. A veteran firefighter from the

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Pascack Valley who retired from active service in 2017 after 10 years of his most recent service to a California fire district as battalion chief and fire marshal, Lucia is founder/CEO of Lucia Risk Reduction and Fire Protection Consulting. “You donʼt necessarily have to be a firefighter or someone whoʼs good with kids,” he told Pascack Press last week. “Weʼre looking for any kind of help we can get to make this program active and give us stability to go on in the future.” Current or retired firefighters interested in volunteering can call Keri Diamond at (201) 265-8200, ext. 5620. To refer youth to participate in the program, call Jamie Lagana at ext. 5635. Lucia most recently appeared in our pages in January, in an appeal to surprise his mom, Patricia Ann Lucia (Stanbury), now living out of state, with 90th birthday cards and letters from lifelong friends in Hillsdale and the wider Pascack Valley. He was a firefighter for the Woodcliff Lake Fire Department from 1969 to 1973. From then to 2000 he served as firefighter, fire marshal, OEM coordinator, police officer, code compliance official, building inspector, and fire chief

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for Hillsdale. He said he founded the nonprofit BCJFPP after receiving a call on duty about a child who had started a fire. When he returned home to his own children of a similar age, he realized that the departmentʼs usual response of explaining how matches are dangerous and giving out coloring books and plastic fire helmets did not always work. “That kid may start a fire again that night,” Lucia said. “It caused me to say we need to have a program, collaborate with some close friends that were also in the fire departments in the area and get mental health professionals involved.” The program — funded through a state grant, support for CarePlus, fundraising and direct donations — emerged during conversations with local firefighters Billy Lynn and Buddy Mullay, and with freeholder Charlotte Vandervalk and CarePlus CEO and President Joe Masciandaro. They talked about how the same children in their towns were setting fires in a repeated way. “They posed the question, Doesnʼt that mean something?” Mascriandaro said. “A light went off in my head. Whenever anyone engages in self-destructive or dan-

gerous behavior, we at least have to search for reasons why. Iʼve been in mental health for many years, so the topic vibrated with me and it made sense.” Children who are also exposed to fire from their parents — such as cigarettes, matches, and lighters — have a higher likelihood of experimenting from their natural curiosity of fire, according to Lucia. He added that the mental health component of juvenile fire play comes down to dysfunction in the family, including alcoholism, drug abuse and domestic abuse, and results in fire play as a call for help. “We fight the stigma that mental health presents to the public,” Lucia said. “We had to make it more normal that fire play curiosity is something that could be treated, along with any other juvenile mental issues today, like depression, anorexia, and kids being confined from Covid-19.” To screen for mental health issues, children in BCJFPP receive clinical evaluations by CarePlus employees when necessary as part of the programʼs curriculum. The child has the opportunity to be paired with a therapist to undergo psychotherapy, Mascriandaro said, and then can further be coupled with a psychiatrist for medication if

a higher level of intervention is required. “Depending on the age of the kids and the circumstances, we generally try to pursue this as a family therapy situation,” Mascriandaro said. “Primary prevention involves education and raising the level of understanding a child may have about the dangers that are posed. In the least concerning cases, it may be a trip to the firehouse and learning stop, drop, and roll. This structural, didactic program goes beyond that type of intervention.” Mascriandaro emphasized that the BCJFPP tries to interrupt the progress of pathology to make sure a child understands the consequences of their actions and changes their behavior. If a child needs a higher level of intervention, the program can refer them to specialized programs that help with kids who are pathological firesetters. “To get this program to really be sustainable, we would really appreciate contributions and donations, and weʼre going to be pursuing that as part of an implementation strategy,” Mascriando said. For more information, visit https://careplusnj.org/children-familyservices.

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EMERSON 20 Palisade Ave. (201) 261-5604 emersonlibrary.org • In-person event: Little ones can rock out with Mr. Chris on the libraryʼs front lawn during Magical Melodies, coming up on two Monday mornings, July 12 and 19, at 10:30 a.m. (registration required for each date). High-energy songs, dance, and instruments. Best for ages 2–4. Space is limited; sign up on the libraryʼs website. • Emerson Library offers Grab & Go Crafts that can be picked up at the library and completed at

home. The week of July 12 brings a craft for grades K–6. The theme is “Animal Eyes!” to accompany this weekʼs StoryWalk book: “What If You Had Animal Eyes?” by Sandra Markle. Reserve your craft kit by registering online. • The Bergen County Zoological Park is Zooming the zoo to you! Animal Tales, Wednesday, July 14 from 10–11 a.m., features a virtual Zoom visit from animal friends, stories, and activities. Emerson residents only; pre-K through third grade. Register online.

• In-person event: Baby & Me, for age 2 and under, meets outdoors on the libraryʼs front lawn every Wednesday at 11:15 a.m. in July and August. An introduction to songs, dance and fingerplays with stuffed animals and rhymes. Register for each date you plan to attend. • Gain tips to help Improve Memory & Focus during a discussion with Dr. Eric Kaplan, taking place via Zoom on Wednesday, July 14 from 5 to 6 p.m. For adults. Kaplan is the author of “Boost Your Brain Power: 17 Secrets to Maximize Your Memory & Improve

Your Focus” and the founder of Kaplan Brain and Body in Emerson. Register online.

HILLSDALE 509 Hillsdale Ave. (201) 358-5072 hfpl.org • In-person event: Page Turners Book Club for grades 2–3 will meet outside on the libraryʼs patio Tuesday, July 13 from 4 to 4:30 p.m. Hillsdale library cardholders only. • In-person event: Mr. Chris of Magical Melodies will visit the library with a musical program for children outside on the patio, Thursday, July 15 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Register online. • Work off those extra COVID19 pounds in a fun and socially distant way with Zumba! Every Thursday at 4:30 p.m., Janet Weller, certified personal trainer, leads this dance-based workout via Zoom. Register online. • In-person event: Drawing Class with Deirdre will be held in the libraryʼs first floor meeting room Saturday, July 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. This “back to basics” drawing class will look at three subjects in one session: still life, landscape, and portraits. Registration is required. MONTVALE 12 Mercedes Drive, Suite 100 (201) 391-5090 montvalelibrarynj.org • In-person event: Outdoor Summer Storytime is Tuesday, July 13 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Grab a blanket or towel to sit on and join the library for stories, songs and games for children 1–5 with a grownup. Weather permitting. Register online. • Grilling this summer? “Healthy Summer Eating and Grilling,” a virtual talk set for Tuesday, July 13 from 7 to 8 p.m., will offer health and safety tips to hack your barbecue and safely enjoy your favorite tasty, nutritious

seasonal foods. Via Zoom; register online. • In-person event: Family Crafternoon is every Thursday at 2:30 p.m. (next date, July 15). This outdoor program offers old-time camp crafts for kids grade 3 and older with a grownup. Weather permitting. Register for each session you plan to attend. • From the IRS phone scam to lottery and sweepstakes scams, and even the so-called “grandparent” scam, it appears that imposter frauds and other criminal scams are more active than ever. At the Zoom program “Donʼt Get Scammed!” a representative from the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs will give tips to avoid being a victim. Program is Tuesday, July 20 from 7 to 8 p.m. Register online for Zoom access.

PARK RIDGE 51 Park Ave. (201) 391-5151 parkridge.bccls.org • In-person event: Miss Renee is back with Tuesday morning Storytimes, live and in-person in the library garden. Join her at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays in July for stories and songs for children pre-K age. Registration required. • In-person event: Housel Fun & Fitness will be on hand with a fitness program for kids in the pavilion behind the library, Tuesday, July 13 from 3 to 4 p.m. You must register in advance. • In-person event: Storytime with Miss Sherri takes place in the libraryʼs garden on Thursday, July 15 from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Stories and songs for little ones. Register in advance. • In-person event: Join Andrea for her next session of Yoga For Everyone in the

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Naomi Theisz, a member of the Washington Township Volunteer Ambulance Corps, is offering to connect residents to a free Emergency Medical Responder course in an effort to increase the number of riders for Washington Township. Formerly known as First Responder this course is a 48 hour program designed to teach the student the skills needed to sustain life and prevent further injury until advanced help arrives. Although EMR personnel do not provide primary care to patients being transported by ambulance they may be asked to assist during the transport of critically injured or ill patients. This course is also often required by some industries for their safety and response personnel. The Washington Township Volunteer Ambulance Corps (WTVAC) is a volunteer emergency medical service for the Pascack Valley region that provides free pre-hospital care for those in need. Volunteers work in teams of riders and drivers to ensure that residents of Washington Township and surrounding towns have

emergency ambulance coverage at all times. Theisz has served on the corps for 28 years. Her husband, Nick, has served for eight years. As a licensed and approved instructor from the Emergency Care and Safety Institute, she said that she began offering the EMR course as the need for more certified riders from town arose. She said that the current number of Washington Township residents on the volunteer staff has left them stretched thin. “We really need people,” she said. “Weʼre only on duty two or three days a week,” with the Pascack Valley Mutual Aid Group taking up the slack. The group also includes Westwood, Hillsdale, Emerson, Tri-Boro (Park Ridge, Woodcliff Lake, Montvale), River Vale, and Old Tappan. An EMR usually does not transport patients to the hospital. EMTs have more advanced skills, are able to administer additional emergency medications, and are trained in the transport, stabilization, and ongoing assessment of patients. Theisz said there are a few steps to gain access to the EMR training course and become a part of the WTVAC: • Write her at naomi@theisz.org to express interest in becoming a cer-

tified EMR and joining the ambulance corps; • Visit WTVAC.org, and complete and send in the membership application; and • Interview with the captain of the WTVAC.

After that, Theisz said she will connect the new member to the EMR training course, which costs $105. She said the member pays for the course up front and that the corps will provide reimbursement upon completion and a year of volunteer

service. The course itself is almost entirely virtual, and includes access to the training modules, supplies, and textbooks. Modules include lessons, assessments, and tests. The CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

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Councilmembers hoped to have the architect for the new emergency services building— under construction on Washington Avenue near the current firehouse—appear at the July 12 council meeting to answer residentsʼ concerns about the structureʼs height, added height of cupolas and possible stormwater impacts. Concerns about the new Emergency Services Building exceeding its approved height were raised by neighbors of the new structure at the June 9 and June 21 council meetings and left unresolved. John and Lynn Pistono, of 631 Washington Ave., raised issues regarding structure height, lighting, stormwater impacts, poor drainage, roof angles and runoff, possible basement flooding, and elevations that appear so much higher than what was previously approved. When Pascack Press called

Conley on June 16, he told us that the new firehouseʼs height is well below the township code and that he would be happy to address neighborsʼ questions. Conley was responding to concerns voiced by John Pistono and other neighbors at the June 9 meeting who charged that at least seven families within 200 feet of the new emergency services building construction were not notified in advance of the work. Pistono told council members that he had “a big problem” with the buildingʼs height. Later at the June 9 meeting, Township Attorney Kenneth Poller said that because it was a municipal building, local officials do not need to follow the same notification guidelines as homeowners or developers. However, member Michael DeSena said that it was his recollection that all homeowners within 200 feet were notified and invited to a meeting on the new firehouse building back in 2019. Pistono said from his homeʼs view, he estimated the size of the cinder blocks and mortar used on the building, counted the rows of

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cinder blocks that equaled 45 rows, or approximately 45 feet, and then added another 24 feet for two separate 12-foot-high roof trusses. He said that totaled 69 feet, which he said was nine feet over township height code. “The footprint on the new structure is enormous compared to the existing firehouse,” said Pistono. He said he had talked the night before with Township Zoning Officer Joe Setticase about his higher-than-allowed building height concerns. Pascack Press reached out to Setticase for comment but did not hear back by press time. However, Conley told Pascack Press that the new firehouse building was only 53 feet, 3 inches high from the new buildingʼs first floor to the top of its cupolas. Township code is 60 feet, officials said. He said due to the “natural slope of the property” it may look taller than it is, but once final touches including bricks, and doors and windows are added, “that will bring the buildingʼs scale down,” he said. Conley said he spoke to Pistono and told him that once landscaping, grading and backfill is added to the site, it will “make it look less tall. Right now, heʼs looking at a big, tall flat wall but once bricks and other fenestrations are

done, this will visually bring the scale down.” Conley said he meets every two weeks with the contractor and local officials to assess project progress. He said the project is about six weeks behind schedule due to material delivery delays but could not provide a new timetable for completion. He said he recently asked the contractor to provide an updated project timeline. Conley said he assured Pistono that the township went through “all the proper channels and steps” to present the project to the public and urged him to review hearing minutes and construction documents from summer 2019 to confirm the approved building specs. Pistono said on June 9 that construction had appeared to be stopped at the new firehouse site and he wondered if it had anything to do with his height concerns. Council President Stacey Feeney said June 9 that both Mayor Peter Calamari and Business Administrator Robert Tovo would be in touch with Pistono to resolve the issue. DeSena said “the elevations do not match what was presented to the former council” and that old and new firehouse roof ridge lines should be even, with only a cupola extending about the height of the roofʼs ridge line. Calamari noted that a repre-

sentative from architect Robbie Conley was supposed to meet with Pistono and he said that he would follow-up with the architect. Tovo said that he believed that Pistono had a “positive conversation” about the buildingʼs height with the architect. In late February, the township was forced to come up with an extra $206,000 for unanticipated soil problems and work associated with installing a retaining wall in a hard-pan soil. DeSena told Pascack Press then that the $206,000 extra cost was covered by a contingency fund put aside for construction on the $6.5 million emergency services building. Following the $206,000 extra cost, which was the projectʼs third change order, the contingency fund was said to contain $80,000. Conley said on average 10% to 15% percent of a projectʼs total cost is set aside for change orders and most architects try to keep those costs to 5% of the project or less. Other concerns briefly raised by the Pistonos included clogged storm drains along Washington Avenue and possible stormwater impacts given regular flooding in the area and more runoff from impervious surfaces, including the new EMS building roof.

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Corps: EMR training is free with membership course takes 40–60 hours to complete and ends with an in-person component that includes hands-on training for emergency care. Theisz said that the course can be completed at the traineeʼs own pace. Once the course is complete and the applicant passes, they can join a riding crew.

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Theisz said that there are a few things an EMR cannot do that an EMT can do: Where EMRs are trained in emergency medical care, there are certain forms of care that only EMTs are trained to provide. She said EMRs cannot serve as crew chiefs. Theisz said that being a member of the ambulance corps is “an obligation not to be taken lightly.” She said

that although members must volunteer for at least a weekly six-hour shift, those shifts might not necessarily require a member to ride or drive for the entire shift. Each member is issued a radio alert pager that they turn on each shift to know when there is an emergency. “When I joined the corps 28 years ago, I would ride 12-hour shifts, from 7 to 7 every Thursday,”

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she said. She said that dedication is also important for her because she has noticed that people have found less time to commit during her time with the WTVAC. She said that dedication is “being present in town and in the moment, ready to spring into action” when the radio pager sounds; it is putting aside whatever it is you are currently doing and focusing on the situation “because a personʼs life can depend on how quickly you act.” Indeed, she said, the sooner a crew assembles at the WTVAC headquarters—now at 354 Hudson Ave., but soon in a state-of-the-art facility at the under-construction emergency services building at 656 Washington Ave.—the sooner they can drive out. Theisz said she decded to join the corps after a friend who had vol-

unteered in an ambulance corps in Rockland County relayed positive experiences. When Nick Theisz retired eight years ago, after 40 years of working as an eye doctor, he became the driver for her crew. She said that she trusts having him as her partner on the road as well as in life. “When Iʼm on a call helping people, I feel good about it,” Naomi Theisz said. She explained, “Looking the patient in the eyes, talking them through what Iʼm about to do, bandaging their wounds, giving them medication, and calming them down to ease their anxiety and any worries they have about the hospital. I see that calm look on their face as I help them. Thatʼs what itʼs all about.”

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sign up for only a week, to fill a gap in your summer schedule. Sign up at http://bergencounty.playtga.com/go/praug21 or call (201) 375-7406. For more information call the Park Ridge Recreation Department at (201) 573-1800 ext. 521.

libraryʼs community room, Thursday, July 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For all ages and yoga abilities. Sign up in advance. • In-person event: Miss Eileen is excited to welcome little ones back in-person for Pajama Storytime on Thursday, July 15 from 6–6:45 p.m. Wear pajamas and bring a stuffed animal and blanket. Registration required. • Take-and-Make Crafts with Miss Renee Fridays at 10 a.m. on the libraryʼs Facebook page. Miss Renee walks kids through a fun craft at home. Call the library the Monday–Thursday before the craft to reserve your craft kit. It must be picked up that day. All ages. • Book It! Club with Miss Eileen is live on the libraryʼs Facebook page on Saturdays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Stories, science and more for kids in primary grades. FROM PAGE 10

RIVER VALE 412 Rivervale Road (201) 391-2323

rivervalelibrary.org • There is a Take and Make Craft for adults the week of July 12. Pick up supplies to make your own lava stone beaded bracelet. One per person; limited supply. • This week brings a Summer Craft-to-Go for kids pre-K to fifth grade. For the week of July 12, stop by the library to pick up a sandcastle frame craft to make at home. One per child; supplies limited. • In-person event: At the Tween Outdoor Craft, River Vale residents in grades 4–8 can create their own flamingo snowglobe complete with palm trees and glitter. Craft will be held outdoors, behind the library, Monday, July 12 from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Registration required. • Virtual Chair Yoga meets via Zoom on Tuesday, July 13 at 11 a.m. This gentle form of yoga is specially designed for seniors and people with disabilities to help them strengthen, stretch and tone the body, and to connect body, mind and spirit. Visit the

up a miniature 3-inch-square canvas in the month of July. Use your favorite medium on the canvas and return the finished piece by July 30 for the library to display in August. Open to all in the Pascack Valley. TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON 144 Woodfield Road (201) 664-4586 twpofwashingtonpl.org • Spice up your kitchen! Try something new and sign up for one of the libraryʼs spice kits. A new kit will be offered each month. Included inside is a spice or dried herb, along with information about the ingredient and some recipes for you to try. Register for Julyʼs kit on the libraryʼs website; pickup starts July 12. • Tweens and teens grades 3 and up are invited to a virtual Cartooning Class on Monday, July 12 at 5:30 p.m. Have your pencil and paper ready, then join John on Zoom to learn step-bystep how to draw a cartoon. Register online.

• Chair Yoga for Everyone, presented by Apple Rose Yoga, is offered free for Washington Township library patrons on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Visit the libraryʼs website for information. • Virtual Preschool Story Time takes place Tuesdays at 10 a.m., with videos posted on Facebook, YouTube, and the libraryʼs website. Ages 2–5. Register online if you wish to pick up the accompanying activity kit. • In-person event: Children and their grownups play Lawn Games outside the library on Tuesdays at 4 p.m. There will be a nice selection of lawn games for you and your friends and family to enjoy. Drop in. Weather permitting. Call ahead if weather looks questionable. • Book Cooks Club is on Facebook Wednesdays at noon. Join Allyssa as she invites you into her kitchen to cook up a new dish. Recipes posted the week prior. • In-person event: Snack CONTINUED ON PAGE 22

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Congregation Bʼnai Israel is accepting applications for 2021–2022 Hebrew School. The Hebrew School, which begins in September, offers a strong Hebrew and Judaic curriculum for grades K–8 that is innovative, fun, and educational. The two-day-a-week program (Sundays and Tuesdays) includes instruction in reading Hebrew, learning to read and chant the prayers, and gaining skills to lead their Bar/Bat Mitzvah service and beyond. The Judaic curriculum

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libraryʼs website for details. • Kids will become chefs during the Flavor Labs Cooking Class, via Zoom on Wednesday, July 14 from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Learn how to make blondies, a cross between a chocolate chip cookie and a brownie. Grades 2–5. Register and find ingredients list on the libraryʼs website. • In-person event: Friends of the River Vale Library Book Group will meet in the library community room Wednesday, July 14 at 7:30 p.m. The book to be discussed is “Maybe You Should Talk to Someone” by Lori Gottlieb. Group meets the second Wednesday every month. Register online. • In-person event: Bendy Bookworm presents an Outdoor Yoga session for River Vale residents in grades 2–5 on Thursday, July 15 from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Held outdoors, behind the library. Registration is required. • Calling all artists! The library wants to display your work in the Adult Miniature Art Gallery. Register online and pick

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Regional High School, was awarded the $1,000 Mother Seton Council Scholarship. Thomas Brophy, Pascack Valley High School, Mikayla Kelleher, Paramus High School, and Jason Levy, Westwood Regional High School, were each awarded a $1,000 James Picarella Scholarship. Glock is an honors student, a varsity athlete on the lacrosse and bowling teams, and a member of three school clubs and the

ley and Washington Township swim clubs. Glock will attend Florida Institute of Technology to study Aeronautical Engineering. Brophy played varsity basketball, volunteered at the Pascack Valley basketball camp, belonged to three school clubs, was an enrichment teacher at Washington Elementary School, and was a Confirmation Group leader at St. John the Baptist Church in Hillsdale.

to study speech pathology. Levy is a member of the National Honor and National Math Honor Societies. He was a member of the varsity football team and was captain of the 2020-21 lacrosse team. He is also a coach in the youth lacrosse program. His volunteer work includes the Schlegel Lake Clean-up Project and the Helping Hands Food Pantry. Levy will attend Moravian

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Brophy will attend Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken to study business finance. Kelleher was on the honor roll all four years. She was a member of the Swim Team, was a volunteer at Diff-Abilities (for Special Needs Kids), the K of C Christmas Party, and the Friendship Club at Stoney Lane School. She will attend Bloomsberg University in Pennsylvania

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What to do: Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line an 11 1/4 inch pie dish with half of the pastry, and prepare the

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What to do: Measure the flour into a large bowl. Add the coconut oil and ʻcutʼ it into the flour, using a fork or table knife, to create an even texture throughout. Add the cornmeal, working it in the same way to create an even texture. Add 1/2 cup ice cold water, and

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quickly work it into the dough with your fingertips. Shape the dough into a ball, cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, and up to 24 hours. Remove the pastry from the refrigerator 20 to 30 minutes before use, and bring to room temperature. Lightly flour your work surface and a rolling pin. Keep a little extra flour to one side, to use as needed. Divide the dough in two, and knead one portion on the work surface to ensure an even consistency. Roll out the pastry into a round or rectangle, as required, to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Lift the pastry into the pie dish and press into place, trimming off any excess. Roll the remaining pastry in the same way, to make the top crust, or to line a second pie dish.

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Valley Toastmasters, founded in 1988 to help members improve their communication and leadership skills, announces its new officers for the 2021-2022 term: President Lesley Hall, Vice President of Education Diane Weiss, Web Administrator Bjornar Foxvaag, Sergeant of Arms Sandra Arbitol, returning Treasurer Richard Patterson, and returning Secretary Maxine Kauf-

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Youʼre invited to the Westwood Farmersʼ Market, conveniently located in the parking lot of the Columbian Club/St. Thomas More Knights of Columbus Council at 2188 at 40 Crest St. The market is open every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. Do Re Me Farm is the local organic farmer with the freshest sea-

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2011, Vicolo Ristorante in Old Tappan has been delighting hungry diners and serving as the setting for special moments. The restaurant offers live music on Friday and Saturday evenings, house-made, traditional semolina pasta, and the flavors of Northern Italy at its Bi-State Plaza location. Vicolo also offers buy-oneget-one dinners Sunday through Thursday, and a weekday lunch INCE

special for $9.95 that includes an appetizer, entree and choice of coffee or tea. Pascack Press recently caught up with owner Benny Qosaj, who was excited to invite the community to come celebrate nine years with Vicolo. In addition to the classic menu items that longtime diners know and enjoy, Qosaj told us about some of the restaurantʼs featured dishes that heʼs excited about right now, like the homemade Burrata

Ravioli with chopped tomatoes and a garlic white wine sauce. What else is Qosaj excited about? Thereʼs the Pork Osso Buco served with polenta and broccoli rabe, or a Grilled Veal Chop with portobello mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce. In addition to other classic fish dishes, Qosaj recommended the oven roasted whole

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Kids are having a blast at Assumption Academy Summer Camp, but now is the time to enroll your kids, 2–5, in Assumptionʼs Early Childhood Learning Center. Director Susan Jurevich says demand has historically been very high, with the more than 70year-old program thriving. That is, until the pandemic hit. According to Jurevich, Assumptionʼs parish is not unique in seeing demand for programs fall off, as so much has been interrupted. She says the academy is ready, willing, and able to serve, and safe. Registration for Septemberʼs classes is ongoing. Call for rates and a private tour — and get your registration on the books by

Monday, July 26 to help keep the program going. Assumption Early Childhood Center is at 35 Jefferson Ave. Itʼs state-licensed and follows a PreK curriculum based on New Jersey state standards as well as the Pre-K curriculum of the Archdiocese of Newark. Jurevich says teachers are certified and experienced in early childhood education. “They have built up the fine reputation of this school throughout the surrounding towns. We nurture and cherish the children that are in our care.” The academy says it is committed to “upholding Catholic values through the integration of the Gospel message with every facet of school life.” Call (201) 262-0300.

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DELICIOUS LAMB CHOPS are prepared especially for you. Branzino Piccata, with capers and a lemon white wine sauce. Another dish to enjoy: roasted half duck with orange remoulade sauce over risotto. Before your entree, any meal will be off to a nice start with one of Vicoloʼs 12 appetizers, such as the Blue Point Oyster Cocktail or the Eggplant Rollatini. Any choice should pair nicely with the complimentary bread and dipping sauce. Choose a soup or salad—perhaps pasta fagoli, or maybe the soup du jour; or for something light and fresh, go for a salad. Daveʼs Salad features hearts of palm, endives, apples and gorgonzola. When choosing your entree, you may also want to consider the inhouse pasta in an assortment of preparations, such as the Orecchiette Benito (orecchiette pasta with sausage, broccoli rabe, garlic oil, and sun-dried tomato), or any of

PULL UP A CHAIR at Vicolo Ristorante, where elegance meets affordable, delicious Italian cuisine. the seven mouth-watering pasta filet mignon, done Italian, served with mushrooms and shallots in options. Craving meat or fish? Vicolo Barolo wine sauce. The restaurant meets a full has no shortage of options. If itʼs fish, thereʼs the Shrimp array of dining and entertaining and Scallops Fra Diavolo. Thereʼs needs. Vicolo welcomes walk-ins, also the Salmon Vicolo, which is but reservations may be made as well. The restaurant also offers the option for take out. Vicolo can host your holiday, business or family parties on their patio. Seating is available for up to 100 guests. Catering is also offered and the restaurant has a full bar, including over 100 wines. Live performances during the weekends feature Italian singing and opera-style music. Vicolo, at 216 Old Tappan FISH LOVERS can enjoy a whole Road in Old Tappan, is open Monroasted branzino. day through Friday from noon to 3 stuffed with crab meat and cooked p.m. and 4 to 9 p.m. On Saturdays in a wood-fired oven with honey and Sundays, Vicolo is open from mustard sauce. Then again, there 4 to 9 p.m. are still four other seafood options, Visit Vicolo Ristorante online one just as delectable as the next. to see the menu: Thereʼs an array of classic vicoloristorante.com. Call (201) chicken and veal dishes to choose 497-8777 for reservations, takefrom as well. And donʼt forget about out, catering, and more informathe double cut pork chops, or the tion.

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CLAIM BENEFITS SOONER OR LATER?

Editorʼs note: The following article is for informational purposes only. When it comes to Social Security and retireERIC KOHLMEIER ment, you may have conflicting viewpoints: On one side, you hope to start collecting your benefits as soon as youʼre eligible—after all, itʼs your hard-earned money. On the other side, you know that, if you wait, your monthly benefit amount will increase.

While it does make sense to wait as long as you can, Rob Arthur, first vice president/manager of the Federal Benefits Consulting Group, Wells Fargo Advisors, recommends you reevaluate your situation every year in retirement before deciding whether to continue delaying getting benefits. One item you need for that annual retirement review: a current copy of your Social Security benefit estimate from ssa.gov. This provides personalized estimates of future benefits based on your real earnings and lets you see your latest statement and your

earnings history. Here, Arthur outlines a comparison of claiming now vs. later, and offers key considerations as you review your strategy each year. Comparison: Claiming sooner vs. later. Letʼs start with a hypothetical example: John Doe was born in 1960 and was earning $200,000 a year when he retired. He decided to start receiving Social Security benefits as soon as he became eligible at 62, or five years before he would receive full retirement benefits. His monthly benefit in todayʼs dollars is

$2,106. If he had delayed receiving benefits until he was 70, heʼd receive $1,700 more a month, or $3,806. And he would make up for the eight-year delay in not taking any benefits in about 10 years. (And because one out of every four 65-year-olds today will live past age 90, according to the Social Security Administration1, the long-term benefit could be substantial.) Make wellness a deciding factor. Your health can play a big role in helping determine when you should start taking benefits. Do your loved ones live long lives, or has everyone succumbed to illness before age 65? “Itʼs not the most accurate indicator of whatʼs going to transpire in the future, but it can have some bearing,” Arthur says. “If youʼre in reasonably good health, that counsels in favor of waiting,” he continues. “If youʼre in poor or guarded health, that counsels toward drawing benefits sooner rather than later.” Do you have enough income? Another key factor is having other sources of income to live comfortably in retirement without needing Social Security benefits. He says you should consider the guaranteed rate of return Social Security offers: 6.25% (plus a cost-of-living increase). Thatʼs better than the guaranteed rate of return available in todayʼs market. Considerations for married couples. Arthur advises married clients look at multiple factors when determining the timing for each spouse to claim Social Security benefits. For example, if your spouse works full time and you work part time or seasonally, his or her Social Security benefits may be dramatically higher than yours. Itʼs still wise for both of you to wait, if possible. “Not only does it increase the size of the benefit that the [higherearning] individual personally receives, but it also increases the

size of whatʼs known as the survivorʼs benefit that the [lowerearning] spouse could draw if the individual passes away,” Arthur says. Keep in mind that the current average life expectancy of a 65-year-old man is 84 years, while a woman that age can expect to live until age 86, according to the Social Security Administration. What about taxes? When it comes to when to claim Social Security benefits, Arthur advises his clients not to focus primarily on the tax ramifications. “The vast majority of people that I counsel, their marginal tax rate in retirement will be fairly constant,” Arthur says. “If retirees were to take their Social Security benefit at 62, what I typically see is their marginal tax rate is exactly the same or approximately the same as it would be if they claimed the benefit at age 70. I want [them] to focus instead on maximizing the net cash flow over the remainder of their lifetime.” Global Investment Strategy is a division of Wells Fargo Investment Institute, Inc. (“WFII”). WFII is a registered investment adviser and wholly-owned subsidiary of Wells Fargo & Company and provides investment advice to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Wells Fargo Advisors and other Wells Fargo affiliates. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. is a bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company. This article was written by/for Wells Fargo Advisors and provided courtesy of Eric Kohlmeier, senior financial advisor, managing director—investments in Park Ridge, (201) 505-0472. Investments in securities and insurance products are not FDICinsured/not bank-guranteed/may lost value. Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Member SIPC, is a registered broker-dealer and a separate nonbank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company.

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St. Andrewʼs 50 Plus Club re-opens on Wednesday, Sept. 8 at 1 p.m. in the gym. “All are welcomed to join us for our Welcome Back Pizza Social. Unvaccinated members are required to wear masks. Looking forward to seeing everyone,” the club reports. For more information, call Elaine at (201) 664-7037.

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Troop 47 and 350 Eagle Scouts finally get their ceremony

Scouts on the go Lucas Brill received his Eagle Scout award on Sept. 28, 2019. For his project, he and his troop designed and built sensory boards for classroom use in the

EAGLE SCOUTS FROM Westwood Troops 47 and 350 were honored June 19 at Nugent Park.

pre-school program housed at Westwood Regional High School. Youngsters use the boards to practice small-motor skills and master such concepts as shapes, colors, and numbers. Beyond scouting, Lucas has earned his black belt in tae kwon do, and enjoys playing drums, guitar and piano. He recently finished his freshman year at the New Jersey Institute for Technology, where he is majoring in architecture. Christian Santamaria received his Eagle Scout award on Dec. 6, 2019. For his project, with the guidance of Holy Name Medical Center and the help of his troop, he was able to fill 75 backpacks with school supplies; these were sent to an orphanage in Milot, Haiti. Christianʼs other interests include football and basketball with his friends. He recently finished his freshman year at Bergen Community College. He plans on finishing his associate degree and then continuing on for his bachelor degree in criminal justice. (For more, see “Santamaria, a donor to Haitain kids, makes Eagle,” Pascack Press, Dec. 30, 2019.) Michael Atkins received his

TROOP 350 represents with Eagles on the wing June 19.

Eagle Scout award on Jan. 14, 2020. His Eagle project involved extending a nature trail into McKinley Park and setting up a picnic area. “Many people enjoy sitting in the picnic area. It allows everyone in the community a chance to meet and get to know others living in the area,” he said. Michael attendss Mercy College in Dobbs, Ferry, N.Y. majoring in cybersecurity. Matthew DeMarco received his Eagle Scout award on Feb. 9, 2020. For his project, “Wheels for Humanity,” he collected bikes from his local community. He and his troop restored and fixed all the bikes that, along with planters they built, were donated to to Habitat for Humanity ReStore Bergen, on Carver Road, where they were sold. (For more, see “Matthew DeMarco ʻWheelsʼ to Eagle Scout,” Pascack Press.) Matthew plays on the Westwood High School varsity basketball and lacrosse teams. He plans to study electrical engineering at Villanova University. Zachary Kemp received his

Eagle Scout Award this March 6. His Eagle project is a tribute to a Marine from Westwood, Pfc. Richard F. Nugent, who was killed in action in Vietnam. Zachary said he hopes that the memorial provides the community a chance to reflect on Nugentʼs patriotism and sacrifice. (For more, see “Killed in action in 1966, Pfc. Nugent gets a park Nov. 10,” Pascack Press, Nov. 9, 2018.) Zachary is headed to Florida after graduation and will attend Nova Southeastern University this fall. Heʼll major in biology, minor in marine biology, and continue to postgraduate studies in clinical research. — Staff report, based on a reader submission

MORE THAN A DECADE of life and service went into awards.

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Congratulations to five Boy Scouts from Troop 47, “The Fab Five,” and three from Troop 350 who attained Eagle Scout rank— and finally were honored, in a cake-and-memento-laden ceremony June 19 at Pfc. Richard F. Nugent Park. Cheers rang out for Troop 47ʼs Lucas Brill, Christian Santamaria, Matthew DeMarco, Michael Adkins, and Zachary Kemp, and Troop 350ʼs Donald Folk, Tyler Gehringer, and Maximilian Wang—all of whom put in a significant percentage of their time, talent, and passion to get to this point. Celebrate Westwood noted, “Through their hard work and determination they achieved what only 4% of scouts achieve, and have made the Westwood troops, families, and our wider community very proud!” It added, “These new Eagle Scouts follow a strong scouting tradition in Westwood and have many eager eyes working toward their own scouting achievements looking forward to their future leadership and success.” In May, Rep. Josh Gottheimer held the annual Fifth District Scout Honor Ceremony to celebrate the achievements of this yearʼs scouts who earned the highest rank of the Boy Scout and Girl Scout programs. Of the occasion, Mayor Ray Arroyo told Pascack Press, “Westwood supports a scouting tradition that is still going strong. The churches that host BSA Troops 47 and 350 are an integral part of the robust, self reliant, civil society Westwood residents enjoy. They are turning out well rounded, and grounded, citizens.” He added, “The parents and scout leaders who encourage and mentor these boys are to be applauded.”

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Chat is every Wednesday at 4 p.m. outside the library. Tweens and teens can drop by for snacks, crafts, lawn games, and a space to hang out. If you have a Nintendo Switch, bring it along. Weather permitting. Masks required. • In-person event: Weekly Outdoor Story Time meets every FROM PAGE 15

Thursday at 10 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Register online before attending. • Crafty Thursdays for grades K–6 takes place every other week. Register online for the craft kit, then follow along on Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram to create a craft from home. Julyʼs craft kit includes materials to create a 3D animal habitat painting,

and the instructional video will be posted July 15 at 4 p.m. • In-person event: Friday Friends—Stroller Stories Edition meets every Friday at 10 a.m. through Aug. 20. Rhymes, songs, and a short story perfect for toddlers. This program is in person outside, weather permitting. Register online. • In-person event: A new book group, Tales and Mocktails Outdoor Bookclub, launches

Tuesday, July 27 at 4 p.m. The selection is “The Dinner List” by Rebecca Serle. This club for adults will be meeting one Tuesday per month outside the library. Register online.

WESTWOOD 49 Park Ave. (201) 664-0583 westwoodpubliclibrary.org • In Junior Animal Activists, kids grades 3–5 will discover different ways to help animals by learning about animal rights, watching videos, learning about the work of activists, and more. Via Google Meet on Monday afternoons, July 12 through Aug. 9, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Sign up online. • In-person event: The Celebrating Differences Read Aloud (grades K–2) is Tuesday, July 13 from 3:30 to 4 p.m. outside the library. Children will listen to the story “Karli and the Star of the Week” and work on a story sequencing activity. Register online. • The Tails from History Book Club invites kids grades K–2 to gather on Google Meet to discuss books from the series, “Tails from History.” For Wednesday, July 14 from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., the book is “A Parrot in the Painting.” Meets on Wednesdays through Aug. 4; find book list and signup link online.

• In-person event: Jiggly Wiggly, a music and movement program for little ones up to age 5, is outdoors in Veterans Memorial Park every Thursday in July at 11:30 a.m. If itʼs raining the program is virtual on Facebook Live. Register online. • In the new four-week series Story Telling Math, kids grades 1–2 will listen to a story with a specific math unit and work on a related math activity. Online via Google Meet every Thursday afternoon in July from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Register online. • The Bee Club for grades 3–5 meets via Zoom on Thursdays at 4 p.m. to teach children about bees and beekeeping. Games, crafts and more. Next date: July 15. Register online. • The Online Book Group takes place on Zoom and all adults are welcome to join. For the next meeting, Thursday, July 15 at 7:30 p.m., the group will discuss “I Will Always Write Back” by Caitlin Alifirenka (YA, non-fiction). Register for Zoom access. • In Intro to Debate, kids grades 4–5 learn the basics of debate and boost skills in critical thinking, organization, public speaking, logic, conflict resolution and more. On Google Meet every Friday afternoon from 4 to 4:45 p.m., through Aug. 6. Register online.

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EMERSON Emerson Borough Administrator Robert Hermansen said the borough received its first tranche of funds in early June, soon after DLGS released its spending guidance. He said the funds, about $397,531, will be appropriated by using “a budgetary process” similar to what is always used for allocating funds for specific programs or expenses. “Weʼll see whatʼs in the best interest of the residents to get the best bang for the buck we received,” said Hermansen. “Nothing has really changed. Weʼll still go through the process before spending this: Weʼll analyze the best way to spend

it and decide where it makes the most sense to us to utilize it.” Hermansen said, “Thereʼs a lot of things in there [local relief guidance] that look like they make sense. Still, weʼll evaluate them all and see which ones make the most sense to us now.” He said maybe the federal relief funds offer funding for new broadband 5G capacity to service the renovated borough hall and other infrastructure upgrades that may be doable. He noted that funds would be used mostly if they could be stretched by additional grants that could “possibly multiply their value to taxpayers.” He said he would discuss funding options with the local finance committee and possible spending options would be publicly discussed.

HILLSDALE Hillsdale Business Administrator Chris Tietjen said the borough expects one-half of its Covid-19 relief funding, about $503,000, to arrive soon and that mayor and council discussion will occur over the next few months to determine where best to apply it. He said two areas that stand out and are likely to get funding attention were infrastructure, possibly sewer system leaks, as well as funding for the pool utility [Stonybrook Swim Club], and possibly a prior reduction in parking fees revenue. “We have a little bit of time now to do our due diligence on what weʼll get and what our needs are,” Tietjen said. He said he would bring a spending plan and recommendations for the council to consider on

the federal funds, likely discuss it in committees, and figure out the best way to apply the funding to help make up for local revenue shortfalls. He said decisions by the mayor and council on how and where to spend Covid relief funds would probably be made in the fall.

RIVER VALE The boroughʼs administrator, Gennaro Rotella, said the DLGC guidance is “very, very specific for what you can use it for” and said the township is likely to use its initial 50% payout (approximately $522,000) for infrastructure projects. At the June 28 council meeting, Mayor Glen Jasionowski called the federal funds “a free million dollars.” The township will receive $1.04 million after its second payment in 2022. Rotella said infrastructure projects likely to use the Covid relief funds include upgrading and replacing stormwater catch basins in “hot spots” and also for possibly water retention or storage basins. He said certain areas prone to flooding would likely be targeted initially. Moreover, another infrastructure priority will likely be to have an inspection of the stormwater pipes to detect problems such as breaks in pipe, cracked pipes, and areas where clogs or snags may develop. Rotella said that engineer Christopher Statile will recommend specific plans and costs to upgrade catch basins and inspect the stormwater system. He said these plans must be approved by the council and DLGS before being implemented.

He said “it will probably take a couple months” before a project is ready to start. Another likelihood, said Rotella, is to use some federal relief funds to replace lost local revenues. He said one example could be a reduction in police ticket revenue due to less traffic during the pandemic, while other revenue shortfalls would be confirmed by an audit. He said a specific federal formula exists for recouping lost municipal revenues and that will likely be used by towns who receive Covid relief funds. Recovering Lost Revenue Under “Replacing Lost Public Sector Revenue,” the DLGS notice spells out a three-step formula with an Excel-based revenue loss calculation worksheet to help towns determine how funds can be added to the local general treasury to recoup losses. “Upon receiving LFRF Funds, recipients may immediately calculate the reduction in revenue as of Dec. 31, 2020 and deploy funds to address any shortfall. Once a shortfall in revenue is identified, recipients will have broad latitude to use this funding to support government services, up to this amount of lost revenue,” states the DLGS notice. It adds, “Recipients will have the opportunity to re-calculate revenue loss as of Dec. 31 in 2021, 2022, and 2023 to capture any lagging impact of the crisis on revenues. Please review the Interim Rule and reference materials for further details on what can be factored as revenue loss.”

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Lino Queirolo, 86, of Montvale passed away on June 30, 2021. He was the loving son of the late Oscar and Fanny Queirolo. Cherished husband of 63 years to the late Renata LaFata Queirolo. Loving father of Michael and his wife, Karen, of Waldwick and daughter Daniela and her husband, James Worthington, of Montvale. He also is survived by grandchildren Stephanie Singer and her husband, Andrew; Kimberly Oller and her husband, Kevin; Ashley Gilsenan and her husband, Kevin; Ryan and Michael Worthington; and great-granddaughter Audrey Oller. He also leaves behind his brother Giorgio and his wife Vittoria, and his sisters Maria Grazia and Maria Teresa, and many extended family members too numerous to mention. Renata and Lino were an inseparable pair, happiest when surrounded by their loving family, especially during their many family adventures. Lino was born in Genoa, Italy, in 1935 and immigrated to the United States, settling in Cliffside Park with his family in 1966. Lino came to America with visions of becoming a HAM radio operator, sailing his own boat, owning his own restaurant, and most importantly, creating the opportunity for his family to thrive in America. He accomplished all that and more. Lino began his restaurant career in the ʼ50s and ʼ60s working as a waiter on Italian cruise ships. Following a career in premier restaurants in both New York and New Jersey, he invested in Ristorante Nanni in Rochelle Park in 1988 where he enjoyed serving a respected clientele until most recently. His gracious and jovial personality will be missed by many friends and acquaintances. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions in Linoʼs memory may be made to the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association USA (pwsausa.org) or a cancer foundation of your choice.

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Michael E. Laino, 77, formerly of the Township of Washington and Paramus, passed away on June 27, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Marianne Laino (née Kinlin). He is survived by his sons, Michael A. Laino and his wife Lucretia Laino (née Fasciano) and Robert J. Laino and his wife Rosemary Laino (née Rocco); and three grandchildren, Nicolas, Joseph and Samantha Laino. He is also survived by his brothers Anthony M.

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Laino and his wife Arlene and Paul J. Laino and his wife Helene. Brother-in-law of Joseph Kinlin and his wife Margaret. He also leaves behind nephews, nieces and many friends. Michael was an avid golfer and passionate sports fan. He enjoyed playing golf with friends and family as often as he could. What brought Michael the most joy was spending time with his family and playing with his three grandchildren. Michael was born in Weehawken and moved with his parents and brothers to Hackensack in 1951. He was a 1962 graduate of Bergen Catholic High School and a 1966 graduate of Stevens Institute of Technology. Upon graduating from Stevens, he became a licensed New Jersey professional engineer at 23. After working at CurtissWright Corporation inspecting aircraft engines, he joined his parents, Paul and Helen Laino, and his brother Anthony in what was then a small window supply/repair business. A few years later his younger brother, Paul Jr., joined them and together they built a successful window manufacturing company, SWS Industries. SWS completed hundreds of K-12 window replacement projects as well as major new construction projects such as the entire Glenpointe project in Teaneck. In 1982 SWS was awarded and completed the window replacement at the famed Plaza Hotel in New York City. In 1984 the brothers sold SWS and continued to develop both residential and industrial real estate. One of their residential projects included Washington Commons in the Township of Washington, which consisted of 126 townhouse units which made it one of the largest townhouse projects completed in Bergen County at that time. Other residential projects included Colonial Village in Hillsdale, Windham North Townhomes in Wyckoff, and Regal Arms Apartments in North Bergen. After several years of attending planning board meetings, the Laino brothers received approval to develop a 50-plus-acre tract in Allendale which they named the Allendale Corporate Center. In addition, they built and sold a 118,000-square-foot building for Playtex Corporation. In 1995 the Laino brothers (with their children) decided to reenter the window manufacturing business. Michael co-founded Architectural Window Manufacturing Corporation. They are currently replacing approximately 5,500 windows at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City. In 1995, Michael discovered European technology that was not being used to any extent in the United States. This process, known as thermal strut technology, improves thermal performance and allows for windows to have a different color on the inside and outside. Although the large national window manufacturers scoffed at

this process, today virtually all of them have changed their product lines to include this technology. Michaelʼs brothers proudly state that it was his insight and engineering skills that changed the direction of the entire United States aluminum window manufacturing business.

Mary Lou DELLA BELLA

Mary Lou Della Bella, 85, passed away peacefully at Seasons Retirement Community in Cincinnati, Ohio, surrounded by her loved ones, on June 25, 2021. Mary Lou was born in Englewood and became a longtime resident of Woodcliff Lake before moving to Cincinnati in May 2019 to be with her family. Beloved wife of the late Alexander Della Bella Jr. Devoted mother of Alex (Maria), Chris (Nancy), Beth and Drew. Dear sister of Phyllis Norton (Bernie) and sister-in-law Sandra Morabito (George). Loving grandmother of Allison, Christopher, Jordan, Amanda, Matthew and Andrew and caring aunt of George (Lorraine) Morabito, Diane (Billy) Vella, Julieann Morabito and Tom (Jasmine) Norton. Special friend of Van Winston. One of Mary Louʼs favorite pastimes was knitting and quilting with her large group of adoring friends, while showing her love and devotion for her family and worthy causes in the handmade keepsakes she created. An animal lover who took great pleasure over the years in her own pets as well as those of others, she also donated to many charitable animal organizations. Baking and cooking yearround in celebration of her family brought her great joy. She had many fond memories of trips to Cape Cod, Vermont, and Lake Tahoe with her family as well as a once-in-a-

lifetime trip with her husband and close friends touring Italy. Mary Lou was known for her witty sense of humor, beautiful smile, and an abundant enthusiasm for life. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mary Lou may be directed to Best Friends Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, UT 84741, attn: Juli S. (bestfriends.org/donate/memory).

Patricia M. WALSH

Patricia Marie “Pat” Walsh, 84, passed away peacefully in her home on June 27, 2021 surrounded by her four children, Steven Walsh, Christine Haller, Francine Walsh, and Mike Walsh. Pat considered herself wealthy due to her abundance of grandchildren—14 in all! Pat was born in the Bronx, N.Y., then moved to New Jersey after getting married to her late husband, Vincent Walsh. They lived in Bergenfield, but when their family expanded, they moved to Emerson where they raised their five children. Pat and Vinny retired in Forked River and enjoyed beach life for 13 years. When Vinny passed, Pat moved back to be close to friends and family and lived in Westwood. In the past few months, she had many visits from extended family and friends which made her feel like a queen! In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Assumption Church in Emerson, where she was a longtime parishioner.

Carl DELL’OLIO

Carl DellʼOlio, 85, of Montvale passed away at home on June 28,

2021. He was surrounded by the love of his wife of 63 years, Terry, and their children, Angelo and Denise, Laraine and Larry, Carolyn and George, and Terriann and Joe. He leaves behind his 10 grandchildren who were his pride and joy: Lindsay, Lizabeth, Nikki, Lainie, Jaclyn, Alyssa, Vincent, Victoria, Sophia and Maria, and his precious great-grandchild, Olivia. Dear brother of Frank and the late Michael and Nicholas. He was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, and was the proud owner of his own business for 27 years. Carl enjoyed nothing more than being surrounded by those he loved. It gave him great joy to plan celebrations and have everyone he loved in the same room at the same time. He had a great love of the beach where he and his family had countless memories at the Jersey shore. He had a zest for life and loved dining out, traveling, all kinds of music, and of course a good martini. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (www.stjude.org) or the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) would be appreciated.

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Many homeowners relish any opportunity to retreat to their back yards, where they can put up their feet and relax in the great outdoors. That retreat-like escape is made even more relaxing when sitting around a fire pit. Fire pits can be found in millions of suburban backyards across the globe. Fire pits have become so popular that a 2016 survey of landscape architects conducted by the American Society of Landscape Architects revealed they were the most sought after outdoor design element. Fire pits remain wildly popular a half decade after that survey. Homeowners who are only now joining the fire pit revolution can keep these dos and donʼts in mind as they plan their summer sʼmores sessions. DO keep the fire pit a safe distance away from the home. Fire pits should be located a safe distance from the home at all times, but especially when theyʼre in use. Home design experts recommend keeping fire pits a minimum of 10 to 20 feet away from a house or other structure, such as a shed or a detached garage. The further away the fire is from houses and other structures, the less likely those structures are to catch on fire. DONʼT place the fire pit beneath trees or next to shrubs. Though fire pits should be kept safe distances away from a house and other structures, itʼs important that theyʼre not placed beneath trees or next to shrubs.

Shrubs and low hanging branches can easily catch embers and be lit ablaze, so make sure fire pits are not placed in locations that increase that risk. DO clean out seasonal debris. It can be tempting to let seasonal debris resting inside the

that embers blowing from a backyard fire pose the same threat to homes as if they are from a wildfire. DONʼT let fire pits burn near flammable materials. Store firewood piles a safe distance away from the fire pit while itʼs in

embers blowing around and potentially landing on the house, other structures around the property or trees. If the weather report is calling for gusting winds, burn a fire on another night. DONʼT leave a fire pit fire burning. Unattended recreational fires are illegal and incredibly dangerous. Homeowners should never leave fire pit fires burning unattended or allow fires to slowly die out overnight. Always extinguish the fire before going inside and stop adding wood to the fire roughly one hour before

you plan to go inside. Water or sand can be poured on ashes to extinguish the fire. Once homeowners are confident a fire has been extinguished, ashes can be spread around to ensure there are no hot spots still burning. If there are, start the extinguishing process over again. A night around the fire pit is a summertime tradition in many households. Safety must be as much a part of such traditions as sʼmores.

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The Borough Council approved a “developerʼs agreement” July 6 with Emerson Redevelopers Urban Renewal that provides specific guidelines for project development — including its 29

affordable housing units — on the long-stalled and litigation-plagued Emerson Station project that should allow the massive downtown development to move forward. The council voted, 5-0, to approve the agreement. Councilwoman Jill McGuire recused herself from voting due to a potential conflict of interest. Borough Attorney John

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agreement still needs to be signed off by the redeveloper and must be reviewed by the boroughʼs joint land-use board before it can be implemented. At the July 6 meeting, no public official commented on the agreement, which was approved following a nearly one-hour closed session. Emerson, and Mayor Danielle DiPaola, are subjects of lawsuits filed by the redeveloper last summer, charging them with delaying and obstructing the project. Emerson filed a countersuit against the developer denying its charges and charging them with failing to reimburse the borough for $500,000 in construction services owed them for the deed to property formerly housing the local ambulance squad. The redeveloper charged that Emerson did not submit its design plans for a new ambulance building by a 2019 deadline and was in default of its agreement to do so. Recently, the redeveloper has filed a federal lawsuit in U.S. District Court alleging that Emerson has acted in bad faith, delayed their construction schedule, and showed racial discrimination by preventing 29 affordable units from being built as part of the 147-unit, mixed-use residential/retail development planned for downtown. Emerson has filed a motion denying the charges based on no evidence and challenging the redeveloper to build its approved project. McCann has charged that the developerʼs recent claims are a subterfuge to further delay construction in hopes that a judge may rule for discovery to look into their allegations. McCann charged that the developer was stalling construction in hopes of reducing the retail space originally agreed to to a fraction of what was proposed, hoping to add more residential units to the development. McCann told Pascack Press previously that failure to reimburse the $500,000 in construction services for the ambulance property and the redeveloperʼs refusal to sign a “developerʼs agreement” with a construction timetable were two sticking points holding up the project.

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The Township Planning Board approved a major soil removal permit, 5-1, for 34 Maple LLC at its July 7 meeting to allow removal of more than 7,000 cubic yards of soil and 130 trees via approximately 450 tandem truck loads once the work gets underway. The 9.3-acre site of eight custom-built homes lies near the corner of Wearimus Road and Washington Avenue. The site is mostly vacant, partly wooded and partly weed-covered as it awaits development. Member Said Toro voted against the application. Pascack Press reached out to him for comment but did not hear back by press time. An applicant attorney said work was not likely to begin until fall or next spring depending on when additional approvals and permits are received. Moreover, the Township Council is expected to consider, on July 12, whether to require the subdivision to pay the township for or require a homeownersʼ association to maintain its on-site stormwater management controls, such as detention basins. All on-site trees removed will be replaced at a 2:1 ratio, according to town code, which means that 260

trees of at least 1.5 inches trunk diameter will be added to the site, said an applicant landscape architect. Moreover, the applicant said he will replace other trees removed from individual lots at the 2:1 ratio per local ordinance. Several residents calling into the Zoom meeting questioned the impacts of possible stormwater runoff caused by the soil removal work, where trucks and equipment will be parked and stored during the work, and potential concerns related to traffic near the busy Wearimus Road–Washington Ave. intersection that dump trucks may use to enter the site. The applicant attorney noted that the soil removal work is required to begin phase 1 of the project that includes installing underground utilities and creating a street into the subdivision. The developer is also required to produce a traffic plan that addresses vehicle ingress and egress, vehicle and equipment staging, and parking and storage, to be approved by the police department, said Planning Board officials. Officials said the township engineer, Paul Azzolina, would be reimbursed by the developerʼs escrow to oversee the tree and soil removal work. The proposed development of the custom-built homes in the townshipʼs “AAA” zone already has pre-

liminary subdivision approval, but applicant attorney Greg Meese said that each individual lot purchaser will likely come before the Planning Board and township engineer to present individual site plans, including stormwater controls, as the lots are sold and developed. Applicant landscape architect Skot Koenig said previously 111 trees were to be removed as part of the soil removal application and now 130 trees will require removal. He said this was necessary to move the sanitary and stormwater lines more to the siteʼs interior and leave more space on the siteʼs exterior.

Residents speak out Wearimus Road resident Jerry Romano questioned how many truckloads of dirt need to be removed and said he anticipated “dramatic” runoff should 130 trees be removed as planned. Township Engineer Perry Frenzel, subbing for Paul Azzolina, said the proposed soil and storm runoff design controls meet local code and state standards of no net increase in runoff volume post-site development. Frenzel said the county soil conservation district is responsible for monitoring soil erosion during and post-construction. Frenzel said all the properties must meet a no net runoff increase post-development, noting if imper-

viousness increases 25% or over an acre lot is involved, “more stringent” runoff controls are required by the state Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). Gorga Place resident Julie Hopper wanted to know what equipment might be stored on Gorga Place during soil and tree removal activities. She also wondered why the board was not considering the eight-home subdivision “as one complete project” and predicted problems with storm runoff impacts if each of eight lots is considered individually for storm runoff controls. Despite applicant reassurances

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Tips when planting shade trees

Beautiful landscaping can add instant curb appeal to a property. But beauty isnʼt the only thing that makes idyllic landscaping attractive to homeowners. Some landscaping features, such as shade trees, save homeowners money while adding aesthetic appeal. The U.S. Department of Energy notes that shading is the most cost-effective way to reduce solar heat gain in a home. Shading also cuts air conditioning costs, which tend to be expensive in areas with warm, humid climates. In fact, the DOE notes that well-planned landscapes can reduce unshaded homesʼ air conditioning costs by anywhere from 15 to 50 percent. When planting shade trees, one of the first decisions homeowners will need to make is which type of tree, deciduous or evergreen, they want to plant. Deciduous trees are those that seasonally shed their leaves, while evergreens are trees that keep their leaves throughout the year. Deciduous trees can help keep homes cool in the summer by blocking sun, and those same trees can be beneficial in winter after they shed their leaves by letting the sun in and keeping homes warm. But evergreens also can be beneficial in winter by blocking wind, potentially preventing cold air from making its way into a home through cracks in walls or around windows.

residents to feel summer breezes. • Consider sun angles. Homeowners who want to shade their homes from low afternoon sun angles should plant trees with crowns that are lower to the ground on the west side of their homes. • Cool air before it reaches your home. Shrubs and groundcover plants can be planted to cool air before it reaches a home.

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When planting shade trees, techniques vary depending on which type of tree homeowners ultimately choose to plant.

Planting deciduous trees The DOE says that deciduous trees that are between six and eight

feet tall when planted will begin shading the windows of a home within a year of being planted. Depending on the species of the plant and the home, those same deciduous trees may begin shading the roof within five to 10 years of being planted.

When planting deciduous trees, homeowners should keep these tips in mind. • Plant trees to the south of the home. When planted to the south of the home, deciduous trees can screen between 70 and 90 percent of the summer sun while still allowing

Evergreen trees Planting evergreens to block wind is known as “windbreaking,” which lowers the wind chill near a home. Wind also can be used to cool a home in summer. But these benefits can only be realized when evergreens are strategically planted. • Location, location, location: The DOE advises planting evergreen trees to the north and northwest of the home to stop wind. In addition, to get the most bang for your windbreaking buck, the distance between the home and windbreak should be two to five times the height of the mature tree. • Plant trees on either side of the house. Planting trees on either side of the house will direct cooling winds toward the home in the summer. Shade trees can help homeowners reduce their energy bills, making them valuable and attractive additions to any landscape.

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Bergen County is still encouraging residents to apply for the Bergen County Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance Program (ERAP), which started on June 14, 2021. The deadline for applications is Friday, July 23. The program provides financial relief for Bergen County residents unable to meet their rental

obligation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible ERAP applicants can apply for up to 12 months of assistance to cover unpaid back rent and gas and electric utility expenses (payable for amounts past due as of March 13, 2020). Amounts approved for funding will be paid directly to property owners and utility providers.

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Flight: FAA trains controllers on new Teterboro route appointed Gadaleta and resident Warren Feldman to attend TANAAC meetings and speak on behalf of the borough. “Woodcliff Lake is affected by the speed and noise of business jet arrivals, especially during busy days when certain areas of Woodcliff Lake have jets descending at rapid speed over homes every two minutes or so,” reads a June 29 letter from Rendo, Gadaleta, and Feldman praising TANAAC for their work. Gadaleta told Pascack Press last week that planes overhead are “definitely” noticeable on the weekends, when more residents are likely to be home and spending time outside. While the routes are not always exactly the same, she said pilots sometimes use the Woodcliff Lake reservoir as a “point to veer off” towards Teterboro. The diversion of air traffic was delayed due to the pandemic, but the FAA said it has finished training air traffic controllers on the alternative pattern, which is GPS based and roughly follows Route 17. The path was unveiled in December 2020 and had a wel-

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The Chest raises record $125K for nonprofits in Covid relief development and not academic support; programming to assist students with applying to college; and support of The Chestʼs Young Womenʼs Leadership Awards. Executive Director Shelly Wimpfheimer told Pascack Press last week, “We are deeply gratified by the communityʼs participation in our first golf outing and their support of our virtual gala. These two fundraising events will enable The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County to award grants to nonprofit agencies responding to the increased demand for services to people in need, resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.” She added, “Some of the funds raised from our galaʼs online auction will also give youngsters an opportunity to attend day camp activities in a nurturing, supportive environment.” The gala celebrated these honorees for their involvement and contributions to the community: • Corporate Philanthropy Award – Lakeland Bank, • Community Leadership Award – Family Promise of Bergen County, and

OBITUARIES her husband Richard of Madison, Connecticut. Loving grandmother of Nicole and Dr. Kristin DellʼArmo, and Nicholas and Allison Kosmala. Before retiring, she had worked as an administrative assistant for the Park Ridge Board of Education.

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Albert SKOGLUND

Albert Skoglund of Montvale, born Oct. 1, 1928, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2021 in his home, surrounded by his loving family. He joins his beloved wife, Carolyn Rae Hubbard Skoglund, born Sept. 12, 1928, who peacefully passed on April 11, 2020 at home like her husband, surrounded by family. They are survived by Edna Skoglund Nicholas (Alʼs sister) and her husband Ayoub and Richard Hubbard (Carolynʼs brother) and his wife Ginny. Al and Carolynʼs surviving children, George Skoglund and his wife Sonia, Linda Skoglund, and Lisa Skoglund and her husband Rich Johnson, plus 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, will miss them both. Sons Eric and Al predeceased their parents. Al and Carolyn met at Park Ridge High School, which was the regional high school at the time, and started dating at 16. They married in 1949 and enjoyed a happy

72-year marriage. They settled early in the marriage in Park Ridge to raise a family and build Alʼs business, Hiller and Skoglund Co of Hillsdale. As their family grew, they moved to Montvale where they lived out the rest of their lives. Al was a devoted Elks Club member and an integral part of opening the Park Ridge Elks Club. He went on to become an honorary Life Member of the Elks. Carolyn was extremely active in St. Paulʼs Church of Montvale and was president of the Womenʼs Auxiliary of Park Ridge Elks. Both were very active and beloved in their community while raising five children and growing Hiller and Skoglund. In lieu of flowers, donations to either St. Paulʼs Episcopal Church of Montvale or the Park Ridge Elks would be appreciated.

Virginiann ORIGONI

Virginiann Origoni, 96, of River Vale passed away at home on July 2, 2021 after a long illness. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Silvie. Loving mother of three: son Kevin and his wife, Joanne, and their three children, Kevin Michael, Joseph, and Marisa, and their spouses; son Michael and his wife, Maureen, and their three children, Caitlin, Melissa, and Michael Thomas, and their spouses; and daughter Andrea. Virginiann also leaves behind her nieces Maureen Nellegar and Barbara (née Nellegar) Lopardo, and her nephews Joseph (wife Mary), Robert (wife Edna), and John (wife Rose) Nellegar.

• Young Philanthropists Award – Ayla Uram.

Sponsors shine The golf outing, co-chaired by Matthew B. Libien, First Vice President-Investment Officer, Financial Advisor, Certified Financial Planner at Wells Fargo Advisors; and John Wilkens, Licensed Insurance Agent at Robert Wilkens Insurance Agency, attracted 120 players. The support of these sponsors was critical to the eventʼs success: Bond Street Loans, Citi Private Bank, Hanover Insurance Group, Lakeland Bank, Otterstedt Insurance Agency, Progressive, Robert Wilkens Insurance Agency, RSK Associates, Travelers Insurance, Wells Fargo, Cullari Carrico, and Punit Menda. The gala drew a range of sponsors. Corporate sponsors included: Lakeland Bank, Kamson Corporation, Connect One Bank, Otterstedt Insurance, Englewood Health, Jaguar LandRover Englewood, BMW of Tenafly, Boyd Richards Parker and Colonelli, Valley Bank, DecoTech, Visions Federal Credit Union, and Wolfgangʼs Auto

Virginiann was predeceased by her dear father Joseph B. and mother Margaret (née Kiely) Nellegar, and brothers Joseph, James, and Charles Nellegar. During and just after World War II, Virginiann worked for the U.S. Office of Scientific Research and Development through Winthrop Chemical Co.ʼs Committee on Medical Research, doing research on various secret and essential projects for the successful prosecution of the war effort. She worked for the Atomic Energy Commission and for General Electric. Virginiann attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute on an academic honors scholarship and received her undergraduate degree in chemical engineering. She then completed her masterʼs degree in chemical engineering at Columbia University. Virginiann also worked at the Brooklyn Navy Yard and later at Bendix, where she met her future husband, Silvie, while pursuing her doctoral degree at Columbia. Virginiann was proud of her academic accomplishments and occupational pursuits—and deservedly so (as were her children of her)—for she studied and excelled in STEM courses and pursued a career in chemical engineering at a time in history when only a small percentage of women attended college and an even smaller percentage pursued careers in chemical engineering. After marriage, Virginiann left the work force and became a fulltime wife and mother for the next 20 years. As naturally as chemistry and physics came to her, so did her roles as wife, mother, homemaker, gourmet cook, and “second mom” to many of the neighborhoodʼs children. She spent countless hours volunteering as PTA class mother,

Repair. Organizational sponsors were Alfiero & Lucia Palestroni Foundation, Family Promise of Bergen County, and Temple Emanu-el Sisterhood. Personal sponsors were Louise Schwartz; the Silvers family; London, April and Alex Uram; Ira and Shelley Taub; Richard and Shawn Kennedy; Shelly and Justin Wimpfheimer; Jennifer and Loren Wimpfheimer; Barbara Strauss and Tom Manolio; Barbara and Paul

Brensilber; Melanie and Barry Zingler; Judy and Joe Klyde; and Melanie Simon and Cindy Rudbart. The Community Chest awards grants to nonprofit agencies providing services to 15 municipalities in eastern Bergen County. For more information about The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County, visit thecommunitychestofenglewood.org or call (201) 568-7474.

RIVER VALE

Seed library is on the grow!

The River Vale Library is proud to announce the launch of its new Seed Library. Request a variety of herb, vegetable, and flower seeds to plant and grow at home. The Seed Library offers free seeds and resources for planting, growing, harvesting, and seed saving. The library says, “Our Seed Library is about empowering community members to grow their own

PTA president, CCD teacher, Girl Scout leader, and helping the nuns and priests whenever called upon at her childrenʼs schools. She was the first president and main coordinator of the River Vale Girlsʼ Softball League. In her “spare time,” she and her best friend even had a part-time business as antique dealers. She loved the arts, history, travel, and her family dogs, and she was extremely well-read. Virginiann had a wealth of knowledge on, and interest in, many subjects, something she also encouraged in her children. Virginiann returned to the workforce when her children went to college, and very quickly rose to the position of office manager at Olsten Temporary Services, and later, at the Aubrey Thomas Agency. When her grandchildren were born, Virginiann retired from the workforce and took to the role of grandmother as naturally and with as much love as she had devoted to her own children. Interment at St. Josephʼs Catholic Cemetery, Hackensack.

Timothy J. O’MALLEY

Timothy J. OʼMalley, 60, of Dover, formerly of Westwood, passed away on June 30, 2021. Timothy is survived by his siblings Kevin and Kathleen Malure; sister in-law Nancy; his niece Leanna as well as his nephews Matthew, Johnny and Dylan. He is predeceased by his parents Patricia and John as well as his brothers John and Daniel.

Evelyn DEGENNARO

Evelyn DeGennaro, 84, of Hillsdale passed away on June 30, 2021.

food, and reconnecting the community to the outdoors and the tradition of growing tasty, healthy food. Check with the River Vake Public Library on books about gardening. Donors are Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds, Burpee High Mowing Organic Seeds, Hudson Valley Seed Company, and Territorial Seed Company. For more information, visit rivervalelibrary.org/seed-library.

Devoted mother of June Dano and Jeannette DeGennaro and mother-in-law to Dante Dano. Loving grandmother of Nicole. Sister to the late Harold Schultz. Evelyn was born in Grimstad, Norway, and moved to Brooklyn at 12. At 16, she met Joseph DeGennaro on the day he was discharged from the Army and at 18 they were married. Evelyn lived in Hillsdale for 52 years. She was a purchasing agent with Bush Boake Allen, a flavor and fragrance company, for 27 years. She was a member of the River Vale Seniors club.

Gertrude MAUL

Gertrude “Trudy” Maul (née Werner), 81, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2021, surrounded by her family at home in the Township of Washington. Devoted wife of William H. Maul for 61 years. Loving mother to William Maul Jr. and wife Sue, Carl Maul and wife Carol, Joyce Dawn Maul, predeceased, and Richard Maul and wife Kristin. Grandmother to nine grandchildren and great-grandmother of one. She was a dedicated member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church of Westwood and transportation coordinator for Zion Lutheran School for over 25 years. Trudy is predeceased by her parents, Sophie and Helmut Werner. She was raised in Park Ridge along with her five siblings: Hedi Krueger and husband Irwin, Robert Werner and wife Marilyn, Erhard Werner and partner Paul Donabauer, Richard Werner and wife Katherine, and Winifred Hurd. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Trudyʼs name to Zion Evangelical Church, Westwood.

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The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County, a nonprofit organization serving eastern Bergen County, raised $125,000 at its first golf outing at White Beeches Golf and Country Club in Haworth and second virtual gala, We Are in This Together. The eventʼs net proceeds will provide competitive grants to nonprofit agencies responding to increased need and additional services created by COVID-19 in the community. Nina Pineda, an award-winning broadcast journalist with WABC-TV “7 On Your Side,” returned to emcee the gala. With the motto “Neighbors Helping Neighbors,” The Chest leads initiatives and supports nonprofits that make communities stronger and benefit people in the area. Through a competitive process, grants will be awarded to nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations targeting these needs in the area: food insecurity, mental health services; programming to support COVID-19 learning loss, with a focus on social and emotional

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