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VOLUME 26 ISSUE 20

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AUGUST 1, 2022

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2nd annual tourney, Aug. 6, extends a legacy

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PASCACK– WASHINGTON OVERHAUL STARTS AUG. 1 Drivers face detours and delays; construction seen taking six months

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

Dominick Scozzafava, a Boy Scout in Troop 109, seeks donations of comfort items for cancer patients. SEE PAGE 30

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HEROES HAIL FROM PARK RIDGE, EMERSON, WESTWOOD Pascack Valley shines in Gottheimerʼs Fifth District ʻhometownʼhonors

U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) honored local first responders, veterans, life-saving bystanders, volunteers, community leaders, and residents during his Fifth District Hometown Heroes Ceremony, held at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center July 22. Gottheimer honored more than 35 residents as Fifth District Hometown Heroes, including from Emerson, Park Ridge, and Westwood, to acknowledge their dedication to helping improve the lives of their neighbors, families, and

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Ridge Realtor won the first annual Extra Innings Softball Tournament in 2021. This year’s contest, with 12 teams signed on, is scheduled for Aug. 6 at Memorial Field, Park Ridge. There’ll be cornhole, live music, and concessions. they hope to have an even bigger denly in February 2021 amid his HE SECOND ANNUAL Extra Innings Softball turnout this year. Vianna Mattson own project: to raise funds for a Tournament is set for opens with the national anthem at green fabric screen, at the top of Saturday, Aug. 6, on Park Ridgeʼs 8:30 a.m. Live music is by Park the homer fence he installed at the Sulak and Davies/Memorial Ridge native Torie and Nate from senior baseball field at Sulak Lane, noon to 3:30 p.m. The Ice Cream in memory of Kyle Green, a fields. Organizers say the event has Lady will be at the field 1 to 3. PRHS alumnus (ʼ16) and baseball 12 teams signed on and will raise Refreshments and light food are player (#16). Troy carried on the work, funds for field improvements and available for purchase. Extra Innings is led by Troy establishing the Extra Innings support the Park Ridge Athletic Association. All are welcome to Taber (PRHS ʼ13) in honor of his Group. Volunteers rallied to the cheer on the teams, join in on a and his sister, Juliaʼs, dad, Michael “Green Monster Project,” which game of cornhole, and enjoy live — of the Class of 1982 and for- exceeded its goal. The remainder mer PRAA coach and PRHS vol- went to the Park Ridge American music and refreshments. Last yearʼs event was given as unteer assistant baseball coach. Legion and Tri-Boro Food Pantry. a huge success. Organizers say Michael Taber passed away sud— John Snyder 5PARK RIDGE ATHLETICS VIA TWITTER

After years of delay and anticipation, long-needed improvements to the Pascack Road–Washington Avenue intersection — one of the townshipʼs busiest crossroads — is set to begin this week and likely continue for six months, into the fall and winter, county officials told Pascack Press. Local police expect some traffic delays and congestion related to the intersection makeover, which may lead to minor traffic backups, detours, and rerouting for local motorists and those exiting the nearby Garden State Parkway Exit 168, which flows onto Washington Avenue. County and local officials said they hope the intersection remains mostly open, though construction may cause delays, restrict traffic flow, and require closures during certain times. “The primary disruption will be the drainage portion of the project which will go across Washington Avenue between Pascack Road and Meisten Street. There should be prior notice by the contractor with regard to that portion and the Police Department will make efforts to disseminate that information via signage at the scene and social

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Ruocco on council transparency

To the editor: HE H ILLSDALE B OROUGH Council continues to operate in a non-transparent manner, not only in how it treats the residents who put them in office, but in their treatment of the mayorʼs office. The latest example of this is how the effort to build two community centers evolved. The council at its July 12 meeting

authorized the spending of almost $200,000 to begin planning and designing a second, standalone community center of about 3,500 square feet on the Stonybrook Pool campus, either in the parking lot or on the soccer field, a significant portion of which floods. The council members who voted for this (all did except Zoltán Horváth) revealed few details on the proposal. They were not even willing to share with the public the documented proposal made by the outside consultant (DMR), or the estimated price tag — $2 million — until they had voted to approve the resolution instructing me to sign the planning/design contract. Residents who want to see the proposal have to make OPRA requests for it! In their defensive comments at the end of the meeting, they contradicted themselves as to whether this second community center would be dedicated just to seniors or whether it would be open for use by other community groups or even by the non-residents who comprise the bulk of Stonybrook members. They were not prepared to answer, but they were prepared to spend $2 million of taxpayer money without getting input from

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the residents. The June 7 proposal from DMR came to my attention in the middle of June only because I make weekly requests of the borough clerk for emails relating to the activities of standing committees. I have found it necessary to do this since those same five councilmembers changed council bylaws this year to exclude the mayor from being a part of those committees. As one of three members of the governing body negotiating for almost eight months with the Patterson Street redeveloper for a downtown community center,

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neither councilmember Trochimiuk nor Pizzella told me about plans for a second community center. They remained silent while I pushed hard on the redeveloper, successfully, to increase the size of the downtown community center to over 7,000 square feet in exchange for allowing the developer to exceed our basic density and height restrictions. Perhaps if Pizzella and Trochimiuk had said something about the plans for a second community center, we might have been able to obtain different concessions from the developer to the publicʼs benefit. But when coun-

cilmembers donʼt share information with the mayor or the public, there are consequences. In this case, that means an estimated $2 million expense to be covered by the taxpayer that might have been avoided or at the very least adequately supported. The council majority likes to talk about teamwork, but wonʼt practice it if it means their actions will be spotlighted and questioned by others. As the nuns taught me in Washington Heights, “actions speak louder than words.” Mayor John J. Ruocco Hillsdale

participate toward a common goal, without needing to close the streets. Participants have set up merchandise or activity tables along the sidewalk adjacent to their storefront, created sales or highlighted already ongoing promotions and menu items, and have invited unique pop-up experiences. Sales, specials, and sips at the discretion of individual businesses. For businesses to take full advantage of publicity and marketing for the event provided by Celebrate Westwood and the Westwood Chamber of Commerce, registration must be com-

pleted by Saturday, Aug. 20 at tinyurl.com/registerShopTheHub. Businesses can opt in to all the remaining 2022 Shop the Hub events with one click and receive a discount on the nominal fee levied to cover materials (flyers and mylar balloons to mark participation). The Westwood Chamber of Commerce is offering discounts for Shop The Hub participation for all paid active members. For more information write celebratewestwood@gmail.com, visit celebratewestwood.org, and find Celebrate Westwood on Facebook and Instagram.

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Saturday, Sept. 10 will be a great day to get out and Shop The Hub and celebrate all Westwood has to offer. Residents and neighbors are encouraged to save the date; Westwood businesses are encouraged to register as participants. Better yet, this Shop The Hub coincides with Westwood Fest — a community-oriented celebration — running 2 to 6 p.m. at central Veterans Memorial Park. Celebrate Westwood created Shop the Hub days in spring 2020 to create the spirit of a sidewalk sale in which many businesses

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Synagogue welcomes new members

Congregation Bʼnai Israel, an egalitarian, conservative synagogue at 53 Palisade Ave., is conducting its annual membership drive. According to the synagogue, “Newlyweds and/or new residents to the Pascack and Northern valleys will find this to be the perfect place to reconnect with their Jewish roots. “Parents who have a child entering the third grade should consider enrolling their child in our Hebrew School in preparation of becoming a bar or bat mitzvah. “Empty-nesters looking establish or re-establish a spiritual connection to Judaism are especially

welcome.” The congregation notes itʼs led by inspirational and innovative clergy. “Rabbi Debra Orenstein and cantor Lenny Mandel excel at making everyone feel at home in our synagogue, regardless of their knowledge of the faith. Our temple community is comprised of residents from towns throughout the Pascack and Northern valleys.” And Bʼnai Israel says, “Our two-day per week Hebrew School provides a strong foundation of Jewish heritage, culture, holidays, the Holocaust, and prayers in preparation for bar/bat mitzvah simchas. Our students love their

teachers, and classes which include cooking demos, plays and special guests.” The Bʼnai Israel community provides ample opportunities for socializing, adult education, participating in charitable endeavors and social action. New members receive a 50% discount on first year dues. High Holiday tickets are included with membership. “We offer special membership rates for singles, young families and seniors.” For more information write membership@bisrael.com, call (201) 265-2272, or visit bisrael.com.

District changes public comment rules, aiming at more order WESTWOOD REGIONAL

School trustees voted, 8-0, on July 19 to restructure the often contentious public comment period by allowing two three-minute opportunities for the public to comment: once on agenda items and on non-agenda items. Previously, the board allowed the public one opportunity to comment for a maximum of five minutes. However, board and administration officials noted that one reason to split the public comment period into two was to allow the board to focus on its agenda, receive public input on that agenda, and then focus its work effort on the agenda items. Recently, during occasionally abrasive and contentious public comment periods this year, Superintendent Jill Mortimer has come under fire from one or two individuals — one she threatened recently with a lawsuit over slanderous comments he allegedly made. Several citizens have been argumentative and occasionally disruptive in pressing their concerns before trustees and the

superintendent. A hot-button issue is the stateʼs mandatory health and physical education curriculum for grades K-12, which includes some new sex-education topics in lower and middle-school grades. Mortimer has said that parents may opt their child out of any specific health lesson that they take to be morally or religiously offensive. The lessons may be viewed by parents via the district website, Mortimer said. After a first public comment period that focuses on agendaitems, the new public participation policy allows a second public comment period between old and new business that will allow the public to raise concerns off the agenda. Several residents criticized change, though trustees stressed that the two comment periods will now total six minutes, increasing the publicʼs comment time by one minute. Depending on the meetingʼs agenda and length, the time between the first and second comment periods could last hours. Two revisions to amend Public Participation Policy 0167 were to change its third condition so that a participant “may speak more than once, up to three min-

utes, as long as all other speakers have spoken and time permits.” The second condition revised was the “G” section, which was changed to be the new No. 6 in the policy and reads that the portion of the meeting during which the participation of the public is invited shall be limited to 60 minutes, “unless a motion to extend is made and approved by two-thirds of those present.” Some residents asserted the changes were due to Mortimer wanting to limit certain speakers. Not so, said Mortimer. She explained the time allowed now was longer and that she does not oppose any speakers, only repeated untruths about her. “There is a difference between free speech and personal attack,” Mortimer replied to one resident who charged that the public comment changes appeared “personal” to her and advised the board to carefully consider any changes. She noted the district has a public complaint and grievance policy, and a reporting mechanism online, that involve a committee of board members who meet with a resident not happy about the resolution of a problem. “BOE meetings are meetings

held in public, not meetings for the public,” said board president Frank Romano III. He emphasized that public input and feedback was vital to board functioning but that trustees need to focus on getting school board matters done when they meet. He said he favored putting the possible extension of the one-hour public participation time limit into policy so that future boards can rely on policy, not past practice. “Weʼve done it on many occasions, indeed, Iʼve welcomed that.”

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Senior Citizens Festival Sept. 13 PARAMUS Bergen County Executive James J. Tedesco III and the Bergen County Board of Commissioners cordially invite you to the Department of Human Services Division of Senior Services/ADRC Annual Senior Citizens Festival on Tuesday, Sept. 13 (rain date Sept. 20) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Van Saun County Park. The invtation reads, “If you are 60-plus-years old, please join us for a special day including: • Lunch • Craft Fair • Zoo • Music and entertainment • Information Tables • and much more.” If you have special needs, call at least two weeks in advance to request accommodations. For more information call Senior Services at (201) 336-7416.

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to go back in time to shop on Westwood Avenue of the 1950s! In the early 1950s the Westwood Chamber of Commerce organized an annual Wonder Days. Intended to draw shoppers, the three-day festival of bargains brought concurrent mid-summer clearance sales at dozens of participating businesses, whcich displayed banners in their front windows. Imagine weʼre stepping onto Westwood Avenue the final weekend of July, 1953. The accompanying photograph should help set the scene. It looks at Westwood Avenue from the Five Corners intersection (where Westwood Avenue meets Kinderkamack Road). What is on our shopping itinerary? For clothing, then as now, there are many options. Gail's Dress Shop on the avenue has dresses starting at $5, while Fashion Knitwear has skirts at $4 and blouses at $3. There is also Mae Moon Cottons, Crowley or Trudy's women's shops, Lander or MacDavid men's shops, and Kiddie-Dashery or Cooper's for the little ones. (And if you find yourself in the market for unmentionables, better drop in at Leightonʼs Hosiery, Larrilee Corsets, or Sondra's Lingerie.) Lunch at the Cadillac Diner on Kinderkamack Road, followed by something sweet from Berchtold's Bake Shop or Purity Bakery, each on Westwood Avenue, will keep you going as shopping continues. There are shoes to try on at Vin San and Nahm's, records to browse at Town & Country Music

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(with 25 percent off all 45s for Wonder Days), and those lovely pearls to admire at Fields Jewelers. If you need something from the drugstore, you can always stop in at Betty Lee or Lewis Drugs. Thinking of modernizing your mid-century abode? Oberg & Lindquist has General Electricʼs new two-in-one refrigerator, featuring a separate door for the freezer. In July 1953, the store has been giving away GEbranded space helmets and rocket ray guns to kids whose parents come in for a demonstration of the refrigerator. Some new furniture might help create a cozy look in your newly built ranch or Cape Cod. Five Corners Furniture, at Kinderka-

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mack Road and Westwood Avenue, has a full maple bedroom set, including delivery, for $120. Westwood Furniture, on Broadway, has your accompanying Serta mattress for $34.95. Westwood Ford at Madison and Washington avenues is participating in Wonder Days, too. Donʼt want to spring for the new 1953 Ford? The dealership also sells used cars. The 1952 model will run you $1,295. Or, if things are really tight, you could buy a 1941 Ford for just $95! — Krisin Beuscher, a former editor of Pascack Press, is president of Pascack Historical Society in Park Ridge and edits its quarterly membersʼ newsletter, Relics.

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Election 2022: BOE races take shape heading to Nov. 8 PASCACK VALLEY

Six of eight Pascack Valley municipalities have competitive local and regional school board elections upcoming on Nov. 8 — including seven candidates challenging for three open seats on the Westwood Regional District board of education. The competitive school board races came into focus after the July 25 state filing deadline for potential local board candidates, fueled in part by controversies over mandated sex education topics in grades K-12, Covid-19 mask and vaccine requirements, and diversity, equity, and inclusion issues roiling primary education statewide. In Pascack Valley, at the Westwood Regional School District, the regionʼs only K-12 regional district, encompassing Westwood and the Township of Washington, recent board meetings have featured parents and taxpayers criticizing the district for moving to implement statewide health and physical education standards that they charge use inappropriate and graphic language. In mid-July, the district superintendent, Dr. Jill Mortimer, told Pascack Press that 10 parents had opted students out of specific health lesson plans that went against their conscience, or moral and religious beliefs. Moreover, taxpayers focused on local property taxes are monitoring school budgets and expenses

closely, which generally comprise 60% to 70% or more of the local tax levy. Filling out the remaining local tax bite are municipal taxes (about 20%) and county taxes (about 10%).

Regional BOE Races In the Westwood Regional District, three candidates are running for two open Township of Washington seats, including incumbent Joseph J. McCallister, who faces challenges from Thomas Snee, a former board member and critic of parts of the new state health curriculum, and Douglas Cusato. In Westwood, four candidates are competing for two open seats, including incumbent Michelle Sembler. Competing for the open seats are Laura Cooper, Joseph Brian Letizia, and Jason R. Garcia. In the Pascack Valley Regional High School District, which includes Pascack Hills and Pascack Valley high schools, incumbent James L. Stankus is running unopposed in River Vale and Elizabeth Calderone is running unopposed in Woodcliff Lake. In the Pascack regional district, Pascack Valley High School serves River Vale and Hillsdale and Pascack Hills High School serves Montvale and Woodcliff Lake. Recently, the district welcomed a new superintendent, Sarah J. Bilotti, who started July 1, replacing longtime superintendent and educator P. Eric Gundersen, who left and retired from the district in 2021. Local BOE Races Arguably the most competitive

local school board race, in number of challengers, is Park Ridge where six candidates are vying for two open three-year seats. Two teams of candidates are running, including LeeAnn Frank and Liza Falato-Lau, and John P. Bierotti, Jr. and Joseph Bucco. Also competing for the two seats are Erin

Kate Comeau and Timothy J. Carroll. In Emerson, four candidates are up for two open seats. Running together are Keith W. Smith and Amy Mara, who oppose William Graulich V, running under the slogan Experienced, Passionate, Reliable; a fourth challenger is Joseph

Polvere. In River Vale, three candidates are on the ballot for two open seats, including incumbent trustees Deborah Rothenberg and Virginia “Ginny” Senande. Rothenberg was elected in 2017; Senande in 2018. CONTINUED ON PAGE 22

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Grand opening of The District North Market

The S.Hekemian Group on July 19 celebrated the grand opening of The District, the luxury multifamily residential component of its mixed-use North Market neighborhood in Montvale. Upon completion, the developer said a press statement made available to Pascack Press, The District will include more than 300 apartments in twin buildings; the first, at 100 Market Street, is nearly 50% leased – with residents now taking occupancy. Local officials, members of the commercial real estate com-

munity and other key stakeholders affiliated with the project attended the invitation-only grand opening event. The program included a ribbon cutting ceremony at the main entrance to The District, with comments from state Senator Holly Schepisi, Montvale Mayor Michael Ghassali, Planning Board Chairman John DePinto, and Peter Hekemian, senior managing Director of The S.Hekemian Group. “This milestone marks an exciting chapter in the ongoing

evolution of North Market,” Hekemian said. “In developing The District, our goal was to create a one-of-a-kind multifamily offering that brings a new level of luxury apartment living to Bergen County and complements the surrounding neighborhood of eateries, experiences, shopping and lifestyle services. The extraordinary pace of leasing activity certainly validates that The District is truly something special.” A September delivery is expected for The Districtʼs second building, at 300 Market St. In both

Milestone: Montvale Council President Annmarie RussoVogelsang, Planning Board chair John DePinto, state Sen. Holly Schepisi, The S.Hekemian Group Senior Managing Director Peter Hekemian, and Mayor Michael Ghassali.

buildings, spacious apartment homes feature up to 1,500 square feet of light-filled living space with expansive windows, ceiling heights up to 11 feet, hardwood flooring, Kohler and Moen bath fixtures, and private balconies or patios. Chef-inspired kitchens include gas ranges, stainless-steel appliances and Caesarstone countertops. All apartments provide large walk-in closets and in-unit washers/dryers. The District residents enjoy a host of resort-style amenities and conveniences. The building offers keyless entry; concierge services; a hotel-style lobby and lounge with a coffee bar; spa with hot tub,

cold plunge, sauna and steam room; fitness center and spin room; yoga studio; and co-working lounge. Outdoor living spaces include a pool with resort-style sun deck, and a Reflection Terrace with gardens, grilling stations and a fire pit. The eco- and pet-friendly community also features a bike room, EV charging stations, pet spa and dog run. Schepisi said at the event, “North Market has been a labor of love and is a great addition to our community. It shows that when done properly, a mixed-use SEE GRAND OPENING PAGE 24

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255-unit, four-story luxury apartment complex, the first development proposed in the boroughʼs redevelopment zone. Residents can access the reports on the borough website under the Economic Development drop-down menu. Click on “Redevelopment in Hillsdale” and then on “Hillsdale Specific Documentation.” The documents include, “Application for a Long-Term Tax Agreement, July 12, 2022” and the “Traffic Impact Study, June 27, 2022,” that can both be read online. The tax agreement, or PILOT (Payment In Lieu Of Taxes) agreement, is 123 pages.

Separately, Mayor John Ruocco has pressed for the early release of the long-discussed Redevelopment Agreement. It was unclear if or when that document would be released. It was scheduled to be introduced at the Aug. 9 meeting. Joseph Baumann, borough special redevelopment counsel, along with Jennifer Edwards, Acacia FInancial Group, and Francis Reiner, architect with DMR Architects, provided details on the long-term PILOT financial agreement at the July 12 council meeting. Baumann also said he hoped to make a copy of the Redevelop-

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The Hillsdale Board of Education approved a new one-year $155,000 annual contract for the schoolʼs business administrator on July 19, reappointing Sacha Pouliot for a one-year term beginning this July 1 and ending June 30, 2023. Pouliot begins his fourth year with the district in January 2023. The renewal was approved by the interim executive county superintendent, according to standards adopted by the state commissioner of education, states the July 19 resolution approved by the board. Superintendent Robert Lombardy told Pascack Press that Pouliot “is an asset to the Hillsdale Public Schools and an integral part of the administrative team.” Offering a snapshot of Pouliotʼs duties, Lombardy said the BA prepares the annual school budget, is general accountant for Board of Education operations, is official purchasing agent, administrates insurance/risk management, oversees payroll, is secretary to the Board of Education, supervises the building and grounds personnel, supervises the food services program, and manages and budgets grant funding. Looking ahead, the school board voted unanimously in midJune to approve an $82.5 million referendum, scheduled March 2023, to replace the century-old George G. White Middle School. “As a small K-8 school district, all members of the administrative team have to wear many hats to support the efficient and effective management of the schools for the best programming and resources to be available for our students and staff,” Lombardy said. The new contract grants 20 annual vacation days, which must be approved by the superintendent. It notes that vacations will “usually” take place between July 1 and

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extended recess periods if all work is up to date and completed,” states the contract. The contract pays for annual memberships in three organizations, including Bergen County Association of School Business Officials, New Jersey Association of School Business Officials, and the Association of School Business Officials International. No membership costs are noted. The contract notes that Pouliot will be reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses based on board policy and state law, including reimburse-

ment for mileage when using his personal vehicle on district-related business, but not commuting back and forth to work. It also includes optical examination and eyeglass reimbursement up to $500 yearly. The contract also provides reimbursement for attendance at four annual professional growth conferences, including an up to $3,950 reimbursement for the NJ EXCEL Model 4 Program. Related: “Election 2022: BOE races take shape heading to Nov. 8,” page 5.

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The Washington Township Moms Facebook group turned out with donations of new stuffed animals to support a project spearheaded by Pascack Road resident Mia Pecora, a student at Immaculate Heart Academy: donations of cuddly plush pals to Fox Trail Memory Care Living Hillsdale East. Miaʼs idea for the drive stemmed from a day of service in January to honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Miaʼs mom, Jill, tells Pascack Press, “Interested in memory loss among senior citizens, Mia did some research and discovered that

the elderly afflicted with Alzheimerʼs and dementia often respond favorably to stuffed animals. Mia contacted [executive director and nurse] Kristin Pinnel of Fox Trail Memory Care to determine if the senior living facility agreed with her findings.” Fortunately, says Jill, “Kristin confirmed that her residents would welcome a stuffed animal and find it a source of comfort. In order to achieve her goal of giving each resident a stuffed animal, Mia reached out to the Washington Township Moms Facebook group to ask for donations of new stuffed animals; donations arrived within

days.” Jill says Mia purchased additional stuffed animals needed to reach her goal with money she saved from babysitting. She created gift bags and arranged for a delivery date. In March, Mia visited with the Fox Trail residents — all of whom, she says, suffer from memory loss — to distribute the goods. MIA PECORA

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which 20 units shall be made available as affordable housing units; • A wrapped parking garage with approximately 381 parking spaces; • Tenant amenities such as courtyard space and a pool, ground floor makerspace and/or co-working space, a public park on the corner of Patterson Street and Piermont Avenue, and a community center located at the northeasterly corner of the building with frontage along Patterson Street and Knickerbocker Avenue; • Adequate parking on the project site for use by community groups.

He wrote to the borough clerk July 12, “The project will generate community benefits, including the creation of jobs, increased ratables, public open space and affordable housing. Additionally, the project will result in the remediation of the Project Site. I believe that this project is a desirable, beneficial and needed improvement in the Borough. Ruoccoʼs letter notes that his recommendation was “provided that all legal prerequisites have been met and subject to the condition that the entity agrees to cover all costs associated with the planning and building of a second community center at the Stonybrook Pool complex if the Borough Council approves such plan-

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ning and construction.” The council accepted the recommendation but did not accept Ruoccoʼs condition that the redeveloper must pay for a so-called “second community center.” Later at the July 12 meeting, the council voted, 5-1, to spend up to $199,000 to hire DMR Architects to design a separate senior community center at Stonybrook Swim Club. Some members also asked seniors to let them know at the next meeting Aug. 9 whether or not they wanted a separate community center, which several said they had long been pushing for. If not, then the senior center at Stonybrook may not be needed, they said.

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for criminal purposes. scams • Government (IRS/Medicare). Scammers pose as government officials requiring their victims to wire cash or use prepaid debit or gift cards to pay a bogus tax bill. Or they may provide sham Medicare services at makeshift mobile clinics in order to bill the insurance and pocket the money. • Granny scam. Fraudsters play to the emotions of grandparents by identifying themselves as grandchildren calling or emailing about an emergency situation. They may say, “Iʼve been arrested in and need money wired quickly” or “I need cash cards for bail.” • Prize and sweepstakes fraud. Under the guise of a telemarketing call to notify the winner of a lottery or sweepstakes, the victim is told he or she must pay taxes on the jackpot via mail or wire before claiming the prize. • Sweetheart fraud. With the false promises of love and companionship, elders are conned into trusting a new “friend” they meet in person or online. The “romantic” partner then swindles them out of money and/or property before disappearing. When the abusers are known According to the 2018 Wells Fargo Elder Needs Survey, most older investors (68%) believe that a stranger would be the most likely perpetrator of financial exploitation against them. But the reality is very different—66 percent of elder financial crimes are committed by family members,

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conducive to discipline and learning.” Appropriate attire for teaching members, states the policy, includes dresses, skirts, blouses, suits, sweaters, pants and dress shirts, with or without a tie. However, inappropriate attire “within the regular school day” includes “but is not limited to” six specific categories, labeled A through G in the policy. attire” “Inappropriate includes: • Jeans, unless approved by principal or designee for a special activity or event; • T-shirts, with graphics or wording; • Strapless shirts and dresses; • Sweatshirts, shorts, sweatpants, workout attire unless approved by the principal or designee; • Beachwear; • Hats, and/or head coverings, unless approved by principal or designee for medical or religious reasons; and • Leggings without a tuniclength top. The leggings category was written into the policy in longhand.However, initially following the word leggings but then crossed out was “excessively tight pants.” Superintendent Jill Mortimer told Pascack Press that the suggested dress policy changes were recommended by StraussEsmay Associates LLP, a school policy consultant, which pro-

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Overhaul: Aug. 1 township signed a shared-services agreement with Bergen County to upgrade the narrow, heavily traveled intersection, county Commissioners awarded a nearly $2 million contract in mid-May to begin the project. Although the contractor has a six-month timetable to complete the project, county officials previously told Pascack Press that they expect delays, likely due to supply-chain holdups, especially in receiving the steel needed to custom fabricate the intersectionʼs traffic signals. In October 2021, the county said it could move on bidding the intersection work after the township acquired 16 property easements required to expand the intersectionʼs footprint. Upgrades to the intersection have been discussed locally for a couple decades or more, especially with the intersection receiving steady traffic flow from Garden State Parkway Exit 168. (See Pas-

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Challenging them is Louan Austin. In Woodcliff Lake, three candidates are on the ballot for two seats, including incumbents Robert Wolpov and Debra Starr. Newcomer Andrew S. Eisler is challenging the incumbents. Non-competitive school board races are on tap in Hillsdale and Montvale. In Hillsdale, two candidates vie for two open seats: incumbent Salvatore G. Sileo runs on a slogan of Passion, Vision, Integrity; and Kevin Donatello, who runs uncontested for an unexpired twoyear term of former president Shane Svorec, who has stepped down. The Hillsdale school board voted unanimously in mid-June to

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An Integrated, Urban-Inspired Neighborhood North Market is evolving on the 32-acre former MercedesBenz USA North American headquarters campus. The projectʼs built office component, Workplace North Market, celebrated its grand opening in spring 2021 and reportedly is approaching full occupancy. Flanked by The Districtʼs two apartment buildings, the four-story, Class A structure at 200 Market Street houses 40,500 square feet of office space on its upper floors. All three buildings feature ground-floor retail, with in-place tenant commitments from Flemingʼs Steakhouse, Paris Baguette, Glosslab, Rumble Boxing and Naya Mezze & Grill, with more in the pipeline. Outside, a shared plaza featuring hardscaped and landscaped elements encourages social and

collaborative gathering. At the north end of the North Market site, The S.Hekemian Group recently announced plans for the development of an 86,000square-foot medical office building, where Valley Health Systems will open a 60,000-square-foot surgical center. The balance of that building will feature streetlevel retail as well. The North Market neighborhood, which offers easy access to public transportation, also includes The Farm (The Shoppes at DePiero Farm), an adjacent, highly successful project by The S.Hekemian Group. Opened in 2017, The Farm is anchored by Bergen Countyʼs first Wegmanʼs supermarket location and includes a variety of tenants including Starbucks, Lululemon, Chopt, Orangetheory Fitness, Ulta Beauty, CityMD and others.

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Mayor Michael Ghassali appointed a 16-member planning committee representing local stakeholders and interest groups at the July 26 council meeting to begin planning for a community center and town pool estimated to cost upward of $20 million. That committeeʼs first meeting is Aug. 9 at 6:30 p.m., leading into the regularly scheduled mayor and council meeting at 7:30. Ghassali said he would appoint a committee chair Aug. 9 and that meetings would be open to the public “after the first few meetings.” Ghassali told Pascack Press on July 27 that the cost, “will be maybe $15 [million] to $20 million … we want to do it right. Something that fits everyone is going to cost more.” He said he hopes the committee has an architect on board before the end of this year. Ghassaliʼs initial cost estimate to Pascack Press was approximately $15 million, including $11 million for a new community center and $4 million for a new town pool. Ghassali previously said the existing senior/community center

facility is built; how summer camp will function; future traffic impacts, and whether the town would include a traffic study. Other concerns included whether sidewalks were needed, whether the pool could be open year-round, and property tax impacts. Ghassali previously said a timetable of committee meetings would be posted. He noted the town would have to submit its site plan application to the Joint Planning Board for consistency with the Master Plan, review and approval before construction begins. The committee empanelled July 26 includes Montvale resident representative Thomas Dolan (of Bayberry Drive); for the borough administration, Maureen Iarossi-Alwan and Nevene Gayed; Boy Scouts, David Hill; Girl Scouts, Jennifer Longo; Montvale Board of Education, John Carvelli; Montvale Borough Council, Annmarie Russo-Vogelsang and Chris Roche; Montvale Police Department, Capt. Doug McDowell; Montvale Athletic League, Neil Tuli; Planning Board, John Depinto/Lorraine Hutter; Recreation Department, Lisa Loranger and Frank DiPalma; and Seniors Club John Rotante and George Boothby.

on Memorial Drive was in need of extensive maintenance for roof repairs and ongoing maintenance. He said every GHASSALI year the borough asks Park Ridge and Woodcliff Lake to allow its residents into their pools, but that residents would prefer to have their own pool. He said the previous town pool, run by a not-for-profit organization, closed in 2017. At the July 12 session, where borough engineer Andy Hipolit unveiled concept plans for a community center/pool complex, he said amenities could include an indoor walking track, basketball courts, weight room, meeting rooms, senior activities space, and an outdoor pool. Approximately 50 residents attended the July 12 meeting, with the majority appearing to favor the community center/pool concept. However, residents questioned the budget for the large project and what spending was likely. Other questions focused on senior activities to be accommodated; the status of the existing senior/community center as a new

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“I am so proud of the budget we passed last night, delivering a 0% tax increase for the residents of Bergen County,” said Commissioner Chairwoman Tracy Zur. “We made sure to go line by line through this budget to ensure we are meeting the needs of our residents while spending responsibly.” The 2022 budget, passed July 14, keeps taxes stable while investing in County infrastructure, increases funding for education, mental health services, and services to seniors, and preserves and enhances vital county services for Bergen Countyʼs nearly one million residents. “Bergen County provides lifesaving and life-changing services for students, seniors, veterans, and survivors of crime and abuse,” said Budget Chair

Mary Amoroso. “But we feel the pain of fellow taxpayers, and so this 2022 budget holds the line on the county tax rate while maintaining critical services.” The county has experienced sustained ratable growth over the last eight years and property values remain 33% higher than any other county in the State of New Jersey. Further strong fiscal management under Tedescoʼs leadership has allowed the county to reduce its debt load by $93.6 million over the last eight years. Under the adopted budget, Bergen County will continue to have the second lowest county tax rate in New Jersey. “We are proud to deliver a county budget that has no tax increase,” said Commissioner Vice Chairman Tom Sullivan. “We are able to deliver this

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HELP WANTED DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS LABORER F/T POSITION– HILLSDALE BOROUGH. The Borough of Hillsdale Department of Public Works is seeking qualified applicants for a permanent full-time Laborer position. Duties will include but not be limited to buildings and ground maintenance, grass cutting, operating a variety of motor vehicles including automated and rear load trash trucks, dump trucks and other equipment used in public works services, assisting in the snow and ice removal operations, collection of leaves, repairing potholes, repairing water main breaks and service leaks etc. Applicant will be required to work scheduled and emergency overtime. Must possess a valid Class B (CDL) license or if hired be able to acquire license within one year. Driver history will be checked upon hire. Public works experience is preferred. Applicant must have the ability to interact in a positive and effective manner with employees and the general public. Applicant will be required to submit to employment drug/alcohol screening, both pre-hire and randomly upon hire. Employment applications are available at www.hillsdalenj.org or at 380 Hillsdale Avenue, Hillsdale, NJ. To apply, please complete a job application from our website and submit to the DPW Superintendent at HYPERLINK "mailto:dhayes@hillsdalenj.org" dhayes@hillsdalenj.org or you may drop off your application at 380 Hillsdale Avenue, Hillsdale, NJ 07642 by July 29, 2022. The Borough reserves the right to interview candidates prior to the expiration of the job posting. EOE.

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budget due to the forward thinking of the County Executive and Board of Commissioners. As I have championed since my first day on this Board of Commissioners, shared services continues to lead the way.” “I would like to thank my strong fiscal team for once again delivering a budget that holds the line and has the back of our taxpayers,” said Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco III. He added, “Budgeting is about priorities and this budget strikes the important balance of providing the necessary funding to serve our residents while maintaining our strong fiscal standing and the second lowest county tax rate in New Jersey.”

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Ellen GRIMALDI

Rosemary received her college degree in music at Ithaca College and her masterʼs at Queens College. She was a music teacher, she taught local children piano, and she was a member of Our Lady Mother of the Church Choir for many years. She was an avid volunteer and contributor to numerous community causes and was a passionate advocate for St. Judeʼs Childrenʼs Research Hospital, Covenant House, and Native American Heritage Association. Her love of music and family inspired all those around her. A celebration of Rosemaryʼs life will be held on Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital. stjude.org.

Ellen Grimaldi (née Lieberwirth), 98, of Hillsdale passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 18, 2022. The daughter of Walter Lieberwirth and Anna Michalish, Ellen was born on June 19, 1924, and raised in Edorf, Germany with her three sisters: Gertrud, Lisbeth, and Else; and brother, Fritz. Ellen was predeceased earlier this year by the love of her life, her husband, Fred, to whom she was married for 66 years. She met Fred while he was serving with the United States Army in Geinhaussen, Germany. They married in New Jersey in 1955. She and Fred spent their life together in Hillsdale, enjoying traveling and spending time at their vacation home in Vermont. Ellen had many interests. She Patricia was an avid lover of the arts, an CROAL accomplished painter, a seamstress, and a gardener. Patricia Croal, 66, of HardysEllen is survived by many ton Township and formerly of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and Montvale passed away on Thursfriends who will miss her dearly! day, July 21, 2022. A service celebrating Ellenʼs Pattie was a life will be held on Friday, July 29 beloved daughter from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Becker of the late Victor Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack and Estelle Croal. Road, Westwood. Pattie was a dear Entombment follows at Westsister of Kevin wood Cemetery, Westwood. Croal and his wife, Karen; Karen Jones and her husband, David; and Rosemary James Croal and his husband, LEVIN John. Pattie is also survived by her Rosemary Levin (née Barnel- niece and nephews, David Jones, lo), 83, of Woodcliff Lake passed Laura Stroud, Eric Croal, and on Tuesday July 19, 2022. She Sean Croal. was born in SyraA graduate of Pascack Hills cuse, N.Y. and has High School, Pattie became a lived in Woodcliff paralegal and later found a career Lake for more than in the legal department at Verizon 45 years. before retiring. She is survived Pattie enjoyed an active by her husband of lifestyle and was a devoted mom 60 years, Wayne over the years to her beloved dogs, Levin; her daugh- Nugget, Maddie, Jake, and Charter Kira Jeanne; son-in-law Chad lie. She loved music and valued Hoilman; and her son, Darryl Kurt her many friendships. Levin. She is the dear sister of Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. on Beverly Scales and the late Terry Wednesday, July 27 at Robert Donley. Spearing Funeral Home Inc., 155

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Kinderkamack Road, Park Ridge, rsfhi.com. Funeral Mass is 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 28 at Our Lady of Mercy R. C. Church, Park Ridge. Interment to follow in Ascension Cemetery, Airmont, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Pattieʼs memory to a charity of your choosing.

Linda LOUIE

Linda Louie passed away peacefully on July 20, 2022 at Family of Caring Healthcare (Atrium Post Acute Care), where she had been a resident for the past nine months. She is survived by her loving parents, Nancy and Newton Frankel; her devoted companion of 22 years, Bart Carlevaro; her brother Norman Vick; nephew Eric Vick; and cousin Debra Burk. Linda grew up in Bergen County, having lived in Woodcliff Lake, Park Ridge, and Oradell, but

Montvale was her home. She attended Pascack Hills High School and Fairleigh Dickinson University and was a member of Delta Gamma Phi sorority. Linda enjoyed a successful career in the field of information technology, but later she found her true passion in the auto racing industry. She was appointed regional director of timing and scoring by the Sports Car Club of America, a position that required her to travel extensively to races around the country. Linda introduced the joys of racing to her partner, Bart, who continues to work at events nationally as a tech official with TransAm. Linda was always ready to offer her help to anyone who could use it, and she was generous with her many talents. Her deft fingers produced beautiful cross-stitch pictures and intricate beaded jewelry, one of which — a necklace — is shown in this picture. Her vibrant personality will be missed by all who knew her. Funeral arrangements are private and are being handled by Robert Spearing Funeral Home, Inc., Park Ridge, rsfhi.com.

Kathleen R. GELLERT

Kathleen R. Gellert (Kay), 97, passed away peacefully at home in Teaneck on Monday, July 18, 2022. Before moving to Teaneck in 2017, Kay and her beloved husband of 76 years, Hal, lived in the Township of Washington for more than 60 years. Kay is survived by her three children: son Daniel Gellert (and wife Deborah Posey) of Aiken, S.C.; daughter Sandra Roff (and husband Terry) of New Orleans, La.; and daughter Susan Gellert of Englewood. Six grandchildren: Jonah, Matthew, and Rayna Gellert; Jesse and Brian Roff; and Jade Beronio. Two great-grandchildren, Florence and Duncan Roff; nephew Jeffrey Gellert; and nieces Wendy Waldman and Jillian Sandrock. Kay was preceded in death by her husband, Harold; her parents, Adele and George Steiner; a brother, Fred Steiner, and son-in-law Peter Beronio. For service details, visit becker-funeralhome.com.

HILLSDALE

Scout seeks items for cancer patients

Dominick Scozzafava,a Boy Scout in Troop 109, has launched a compassionate Eagle Scout project and seeks your help. “My projectʼs objective is to make cancer patients as comfortable as possible during treatment. Every donation collected will be sent to Hackensack University Medical Center to help cancer patients,” he told Pascack Press last week. Dominick invites a variety of goods dropped into any of several conveniently located collection bins throughout the Pascack Valblankets, ley: new-condition robes, hats, socks, non-scented lotions, sunscreens, chapsticks, tissues, pens, paper, journals, coloring books, colored pencils, and crossword puzzle and word search books. The bins are at these locations from July 22 to September: Stonybrook Swim Club in Hillsdale, the Hillsdale Free Public Library, the Westwood Public

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Library, the River Vale Public Library, and Demarest Farms. He told Pascack Press on July, 22, “I have been personally impacted by the effects of cancer by seeing my grandfather pass. My inspiration is I want to help

people suffering from cancer.” Troop 109, sponsored by Holy Trinity Church at 326 Hillsdale Ave., says online, “All of the scouts and leaders would like to express their appreciation for the church's support. Recognizing that todayʼs youth are tomorrowʼs leaders, we do our best to encourage and facilitate the functioning of the Troop to the scouts themselves. Meetings and camping trips are run by the boys with adult supervision. Many decisions on what we do during the year are also made by the boys.” The adult leaders of Troop 109 write that they take seriously the responsibility that rests on the older scouts to teach, encourage, and set examples for the younger scouts to follow and learn from. We emphasize to the younger scouts that being a part of a team is essential and often remind them that they will one day be in a position of leadership.” — John Snyder

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Tennis lessons and camps center court

Registration is underway for summer tennis lessons and camps with Westwood Recreation and TGA Bergen County. Six sessions of classes for kids in grades K-8 began on July 11. One-week specialty camps begin Aug. 8 and 15. TGA tennis lessons teach kids tennis skills such as proper grip and swing fundamentals; rules and etiquette; tennis vocabulary and scoring as well as good tennis sportsmanship. Sessions are structured by

grade level. Mondays and Wednesdays: • Grades K-1, 4 to 5 p.m. • Grades 2-4, 5 to 6 p.m. • Grades 5-8, 6 to 7 p.m. The fee is $120 for the course, which takes place at the Westwood Regional High School tennis courts on July 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, and 27. In August, TGA returns with Golf & Tennis Camps for grades K8. Half-day sessions will include Tennis from 9 to 11:45 a.m. on Aug. 8–11 and 15–18.

Golf Camp half-day sessions will run from 12:15 to 3 p.m. Aug. 8–11 and 15–18. Half-day camps are $185 each or can be combined for a full-day camp experience with a supervised lunch for $290. To register using Community Pass, visit https://register.communitypass.net/westwood. Direct questions to Recreation Director Gary Buchheister at (201) 664-7882 or gbuchheister@westwoodnj.gov. Westwood Recreation is on Facebook and Instagram @westwoodnjrec.

communities. “We are lucky to have so many unsung heroes in our communities here today, whose quiet power of service goes on every day without the recognition they truly deserve. They just do it because they care. Today is their day,” he said. From the Pascack Valley, the July 2022 Fifth District Hometown Hero Award honorees included: • Megan Ackers Smith, Emerson, church pantry volunteer. • Shaun Hutchinson, Park Ridge, a 20-year U.S. Army veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan in special operations, who is now the Bergen County Division director of Veterans Affairs, where he runs a hire-a-vet program, provides transportation to Veterans Affairs medical centers, and helps fellow veterans cut through red tape to access transitional housing and support resources. • Daniel Ricciardella, Westwood, a lifelong North Jersey resident and LiUNA Local 79 member, who was stuck in traffic on the George Wa s h i n g t o n Bridge when he saw a person exit their car and climb over the railing. He was RICCIARDELLA able to grab them as they let go of the bridge, telling the person “there is always another way” — helping save the personʼs life. • Teri Capparelli, Westwood, a 20-year resident who helps nonprofits such as Habitat for Humanity, building a home recently for a deserving veteran and his family; running Women Build to bring together women to volunCAPPARELLI teer and break barriers; and, during the pandemic, she led Desks for Homes, delivering desks to students in need. • Chris Illescas, Westwood, a U.S. Army veteran who was deployed to Kuwait, who serves in Army the National Guard, and who helped save the life of a car crash victim after witnessing the crash on the Garden State Parkway. A BerILLESCAS gen County Veteran of the Week, he also volunteered to deliver thousands of COVID-19 vaccines at the Meadowlands site, works with Habitat for Humanity, and serves as vice commander at Lodi American Legion Post 136 and quartermaster at Lodi VFW Post 5082. FROM PAGE 1

Shaun Hutchinson of Park Ridge, a 20-year U.S. Army veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan in special operations, and who now is the Bergen County Division director of Veterans Affairs, is a Fifth District Hometown Hero.

• John Clark, Westwood, who realized during the pandemic how many people run by his house every day, so he made a point to make sure he and his wife waved to all of them, even during cold winter months. As time went on, the town grew to know John and his house as the nice community member that would always say hi. His “followers” started beeping and honking, stopping to chat, and a few even stopped to give him ice cream. • Bryan Wiescenski, Westwood, — This Teaneck Fire Department lieutenant committed countless hours towards fire safety education in Westwood and throughout the greater community. Member of the Teaneck Fire Department honor guard and color guard and has even performed at minor league baseball games and for the Giants at Metlife stadium. Committee chair for the Teaneck Fire Department uniform specs committee, Fire Departmentʼs Turnout Gear committee chair. Selected as Firefighter of the Year by the Teaneck FMBA Local 242, where he is a member, and by the Teaneck Chamber of Commerce in 2017. Auxiliary police officer with Teaneck Police Department for five years, Westwood senior captain at Westwood Volunteer Fire Department, and a training officer at Westwood Volunteer Fire Department. Also winning: • Search & Rescue K-9 Remi, Maywood, Bergen Countyʼs first K-9 bloodhound, which had more than 300 saves, made a name for herself by finding a missing 13-year-old, outperforming some of the latest drone technology and helicopters. Remiʼs handler, Detective Christopher Nichols, accepted the award on her behalf. • Regina & Dimitri Viadro, Glen Rock, Ukraine fundraisers and volunteers. • Dr. Matthew Murphey, Ridgewood, retiring superintendent of the Ramsey Public Schools. • Jeff Pavell, Haworth, chief of rehabilitation medicine at Englewood Hospital, and president of the Haworth 5K.

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• Dianna Morrison, Sussex Borough, Sussex County — community activist and volunteer. • George Carter, Oradell,— posthumous — who was a 60+ year resident focused on serving his community, by reading to elementary students and local schools, serving with the Oradell Swim Club, Oradell Zoning Board, and Oradell Library, and serving as master of ceremonies for Memorial Day festivals, Fourth of July parades, and Sept. 11 services. • Ellen Meixner, Vernon, Sussex County — supported elderly residents throughout the pandemic. • Anne Brenneke, Waldwick, — a nurse celebrating 50 years of service at Valley Health System; established Valleyʼs first outpatient ostomy clinic — the only nurse-run outpatient facility of its kind in Northern New Jersey. • Sam Doran and Maclane “Mac” Doran, New Milford and River Edge, — two brothers, both police officers. Mac, with the River Edge Police Department, helped rescue a troubled 14-year-

old who began drowning after jumping in the Hackensack River and who was then taken to a hospital for treatment. Two months later, Sam, with the New Milford Police Department, found the same teenager sitting on the New Bridge Road Bridge railing, and talked for more than half an hour, helped calm them down, and turned a fist bump into an opportunity to pull the teen down and off the railing to safety. • Dee Gillen, Haworth, works to reduce addiction and overdoses; in 2019, she started the Black Poster Project. • Thomas Jung, Old Tappan, life member and chief of the Old Tappan Volunteer Fire Department. • Allen Weitzman, Fair Lawn. Vietnam War veteran, architect, community problem solver. • Edward Clark, Oakland, Community servant with focus on tree canopy. • Vincent Vicari, Mahwah, board member of the North New Jersey Chamber of Commerce and regional director of the New Jersey Small Business Development Center at Ramapo College. Winner of the New Jersey Business and Industry Association's Executive of the Year Award 2021. • Raymond Cordts, Augusta, Sussex County — posthumous — known as Mr. Sussex County. Accomplished musician, he studied under the first seat clarinetist of the Metropolitan Opera and played for the New Jersey All-State Band. President of the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce in 1993, and as the director, secretary, and treasurer of the Sussex Rural Electric Cooperative. Worked in many nonprofit positions, such as at the SCARC Foundation, which helps those with developmental disabilities. Recognized with awards like

the SCARC Distinguished Citizen and the Boy Scouts of America Patriotʼs Path Distinction. • Chris Wyman, Vernon, Sussex County — U.S. Navy Veteran who served during the Vietnam War era. Member of the Wallkill Valley Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1002, he presents “Honoring a Veteran” at high schools and libraries, and he has been recognized by the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service for his work in the Double V Rod & Gun Club, helping disabled veterans. • Timothy Erstling, Upper Saddle River, focused on community policing. During Hurricane Ida, rescued 24 flood-stranded motorists. Heroes who were not able to attend include: • Dre Gibbs (posthumous award), Wyckoff coach. • Larry Inserra, Mahwah, business owner • Bob Cook, Alpine, BergenPac board. • Anthony Mobilio, Lodi police lieutenant. • Susan Zabransky, Saddle River, organized memorial run for daughter • Mary Jo Harris, Washington Borough, Warren County, Volunteer and on BID. • Kenneth O'Donnell, Bogota, police officer. • Carol Greene, Mahwah, historian. • Anthony Pall, Branchville, Sussex County, NJ state trooper. • Julio Rodriguez, Vernon, Sussex County, NJ state trooper. • Alex Helmer, Allendale, police officer. Video of the Fifth District Hometown Heroes Awards ceremony can be found at Gottheimerʼs Facebook page.

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