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After vowing to appeal two recent Superior Court rulings to require rezoning for 347 new affordable units by mid-April and to permit a developer to construct a 600-unit development—including 100 affordable units—Mayor Mario Kranjac cast the deciding vote to fire the boroughʼs special counsel Jeffrey Surenian, a key attorney on its affordable housing litigation team. Also in mid-January, the council moved to fire attorney Albert H. Wunsch III, another attorney handling the boroughʼs affordable housing litigation. The firing of Surenian at a Feb. 20 special meeting follows two major affordable housing rulings against the borough by Superior Court Judge Christine A. Farrington. Surenianʼs firing was not without controversy. Following a closed-session update on ongoing litigation issues by Surenian, a motion was made to fire Surenian by Councilman Ramon Ferro and seconded by Councilman William Woo. Both voted in favor of the motion while council members Deborah Tsabari and Jimmy Song opposed the motion. Councilman Ed Aversa, who opposed Kranjac and lost during Novemberʼs general election, and Gloria Oh, were absent. With the vote tied 2-2, Mayor
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Chantal Pena, Heather Banes, Elise Harrison and Nijay Davy pose with a giant mural pianted by Dwight Morrow High School and Academies@Englewood students for Black History Month. BY HILLARY VIDERS SPECIAL TO NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS
On Feb. 21, an educational and entertaining assembly program at Dwight Morrow Academies@Englewood brought Black History Month to life. Assemblies were held in the morning and afternoon in the DMAE auditorium. Both sessions were
filled with high school students as well as fourth and fifth grade performers from Englewoodʼs Leroy McCloud and Dr. John Grieco schools. Principal Benjamin Suro said, “Today, we are hosting a Black History Month assembly that is full of dance, poetry, songs, speeches and other impactful, student-led activities. But, Black History Month is not
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A developer suing the borough of Alpine to rezone three lots of the former Frick Estate to build multifamily housing— including affordable units—was denied in his efforts to intervene in Alpineʼs affordable housing litigation by a Superior Court judge decision on Feb. 14. Resident Richard Kurtz, of Kamson Corp., who purchased the 60-acre Frick Estate for $58 million in 2006, charged the borough with failing to evaluate three lots in 2000 when it created its Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. The three lots encompass 19 acres and include property at 858 Closter Dock Road, 1 Appletree Lane and 14 Frick Drive. However, in his decision, Superior Court Judge Richard L. Polifroni emphatically denied Kamson Corp.ʼs motion to intervene in Alpineʼs affordable settlement, and criticized the developer for trying to “manipulate this litigation” by requesting a recusal of a former judge and resubmitting the civil case for reconsideration by another judge due to a prior
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Famed jazz musician Darryl Yokely and his Sound Reformation band brought their dazzling talent to the Englewood Public Library on Feb. 22. The quartet of Yokely on tenor saxophone, Zaccai Curtis on piano, Madison Rast on bass and Wayne Smith Jr. on drums, performed a program of unique jazz pieces for dozens of Englewood residents and visitors from around Bergen County. Over 60 people of all ages filled the libraryʼs main floor as well as the second floor.
Yokely, a vocalist as well as saxophonist, has performed for music legend Quincy Jones and has played with Motown legends The Four Tops, The Temptations, The OʼJays and singer/songwriter Rhonda Ross. He has also worked with many great jazz musicians such as Orrin Evans, Nasheet Waits, Ralph Peterson, Jack Walrath, Frank Lacy, Valery Ponomarev, Eddie Allen, and Camille Gainer Jones. Yokely has performed in some of the most prestigious venues in the country, including The Kennedy Center, Madison Square Garden, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. He continues to enjoy an
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active career performing nationally and internationally, as well as maintaining an active career as an educator. Yokely formed his band Sound Reformation in 2010, and they released their debut album “The Void” in 2012 to excellent reviews. The bandʼs popularity catapulted to fame with the release of their second album, “Pictures at an African Exhibition,” on April 20, 2018, and has received numerous accolades including praise from The New York Times, Downbeat Magazine, All About Jazz, and was listed in the Top 10 jazz albums on Band Camp. The New York Times has described Yokelyʼs music as, “A hustling, declaratory spirit and a broadly Pan-African take on acoustic jazz, with touchstones spanning from the Antilles to the Eastern Cape of South Africa.” This description was apparent in the performance that Yokely and the Sound Reformation band gave at the Englewood Public Libraryʼs on Feb. 2. The group played pieces inspired by the literary work, “One Hundred Years of Solitude,” by Nobel Prize winner Gabriel Garcia Marquez, a Colombian novelist, journalist, publisher, and political activist. The repertoire that included, “Un Mundo en Soledad,” “Macondo,” “MelquТades y Los Gitanos,” “El Duelo,” “Despues de la Guerra” and “Mensaje Revelado,” received thunderous applause from the audience. Even the youngest children, including Yokelyʼs 3-year-old
The Sound Reformation: Zaccai Curtis, Darryl Yokely, Madison Rast and Wayne Smith.
daughter, Surmira, were delighted by the music. After the performance, many people were eager to purchase CDs and chat with Yokely and his band members. The group was elated at the warm reception that they were given. “I enjoy performing at the Englewood Library,” Yokely said, “because the people who come here really like music. Itʼs a great community!” Concertgoers returned Yokelyʼs compliment. “He is fantastic, and weʼre lucky to have him here!” exclaimed
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Englewood group pushes for greenway inclusion ENGLEWOOD
An effort to include Englewoodʼs now regularly used CSX rail line in a proposed six-town, 7.4-mile greenway is underway although the proposed city rail line was never included in a state agencyʼs recent planning report on a future Northern Valley Greenway. In addition, Englewood was not originally part of the six “core” towns that supported the greenway effort, and did not participate in the official Northern Valley Greenwayʼs kickoff event held in July 2018. The greenwayʼs initial technical planning study, funded by the state Department of Transportation and released in September, did not include Englewood it its initial sixtown planning area, note Northern Valley Greenway officials. Moreover, every map included in the technical planning study shows the greenway ending its southern terminus in Tenafly and never entering Englewood. Two reasons why Englewood was never part of the original six-town, 7.4-mile-long greenway is that the Englewood rail line is regularly used for freight deliveries, and itʼs targeted for a future extension of a New Jersey Transit HudsonBergen light rail line ending just over the Tenafly border, according to greenway officials. The long-delayed light-rail extension into Bergen County—initially planned to begin construction in 2011—is on hold as the federal transportation department continues to review an environmental impact study submitted by New Jersey Transit. Moreover, federal and state funding needed to complete the estimated $2 billion project is unclear and uncertain, say transportation advocates. The proposed greenwayʼs 7.4 miles encompass an unused CSX rail line corridor that traverses six Northern Valley towns: Tenafly, Cresskill, Demarest, Closter, Norwood and Northvale.
ʻTrail ends abruptlyʼ “Shockingly, the plan for the [greenway] trail ends abruptly just before the northern Englewood border, excluding Englewood, Teaneck, Leonia and other towns, despite the fact that the construction of such a trail would require county, state and federal funds. We believe that the trail should extend through Englewood [rail and trail in Englewood] and connect to Overpeck Park to provide residents safe access to the best recreational opportunities Bergen County has to offer,” wrote Lisa Wisotsky and Ken Rosenzweig in an Englewood Com-
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ʻHappy to helpʼ Andrew Mikesh, team leader for the Northern Valley Greenwayʼs interlocal committee, said he was “happy to help” the Englewood group begin its own effort to undertake planning efforts for a local greenway in Englewood but that the state Department of Transportation defined the
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The newsletter featured a picture of Wisotsky and Rosenzweig with Democratic state Sen. Loretta Weinberg (D-Teaneck). The emailed newsletter said over 100 officials had expressed support and “we are now working with local governments to make sure that the towns that were excluded have a seat at the table,” such as Englewood, Teaneck and other nearby towns. Except for Weinberg, officials supporting Englewoodʼs
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History lecture will discuss traitor Arnold’s wife The Harrington Park Historical Societyʼs next general meeting is March 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Harrington Park Library, 10 Herring St. Historian Myrna Nahas will present “Mrs. Benedict Arnold: The Story of Peggy Shippen.” The Historical Society welcomes everyone to attend their free lectures. A light reception is offered after the presentation. The Belle of Philadelphia, Margaret “Peggy” Shippen married war hero Benedict Arnold. In 1920, the University of Michigan acquired the Clinton papers. Sir Henry Clinton was Lieutenant General and Commander in Chief of British forces in North America during the War of Independence. Under his supervision, Major John Andre, now adjutant general, negotiated terms with Major Gen. Benedict Arnold of the Continental American army to betray America and hand over West Point in return for a fee. The Clinton papers revealed that Peggy was not simply another victim of the traitor Benedict Arnold. Rather, it is now understood that not only was she fully aware of the plot and participated in the planning, but it is entirely possible that it may have been her idea to begin with. For additional information about the lecture, call Gerri Gibney at (201) 768-2615.
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We go back to the winter of 1957 for this vintage view into downtown Tenafly. The photographer is looking north on West Railroad Avenue from the train tracks. The railroad station is out of the frame to the right. It was during the post-war housing boom of the 1950s that development in Tenafly really took off. Since the turn of the 20th century growth had been steady, with the population increasing by 1,000 or 2,000 each decade. Then, during the 1950s, the population exploded from 9,600 at the start of the decade to more than 14,000 by the end of it. The borough has stayed at that level ever since. Still, through all the growth, this little strip on West Railroad Avenue has remained largely unchanged. Shown at far left, the movie theater—which opened in 1915 and is still operating 105 years later—was showing the film “Battle Hymn” starring heartthrob Rock Hudson and Martha Hyer. Next door, in the building with the columns, was Schmidʼs Pharmacy. This buildingʼs exterior has been largely unchanged since it was built in the 1920s. The small building next to the pharmacy was the Office Tavern, owned by Clinton Inn manager Henry Dotson.
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unfavorable decision. “This motion was Mr. Kurtzʼs latest attempt to build a high-density project in Alpine and once again he was denied by a Superior Court judge,” said Mayor Paul Tomasko, reached Feb. 20. Tomasko noted a Superior Court judge denied Kurtzʼs original motion to intervene in December, then he lost a subsequent appeal, and now “a third lawsuit” trying to intervene in the ongoing settlement negotiations. Alpine has been negotiating with Fair Share Housing Center since July 2015 to settle on “third round” affordable housing obligations. That covers the 2015-2025 period. Those negotiations are ongoing, said Tomasko Feb. 21, noting the borough has operated in “good faith” in its negotiations with Fair Share Housing Center, an intervenor representing low-income residentsʼ interests statewide. He said the borough currently retains immunity to “builderʼs remedy” lawsuits.
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ʻCynical and inappropriateʼ “It is noteworthy that upon filing the new lawsuit, plaintiff decided to hire as ʻco-counsel,ʼ a separate firm who, notably, was the prior employer of the motion judge who denied the attempt at intervention. The legal strategy on the part of plaintiffs is rejected as cynical and inappropriate. The court rejects plaintiffsʼ blatant attempt at judge shopping. The motion is denied,” wrote Polifroni in his four-page decision. Kurtz had claimed that the borough did not include those properties in its “vacant land analysis,” and if it had, its affordable housing obligation would have increased. In its response, borough officials contend the town had already met its affordable obligations of 32 units as required in its settlement. These were satisfied via an
agreement with Fairview for 16 units, and an 8 unit rental complex in town that includes 8 extra housing credits due to it being rental units.
ʻFrickʼ lots not available In its legal response, Alpine contends that Kurtz “cannot feasibly make a good faith showing that the property in question was available for development and that the factual considerations that were reviewed are even remotely similar two decades on.” Borough officials also said they were not aware of any portion of the Frick Estate being eligible for development in 2000, when a Frick relative was living on the property. Tomasko said the lawsuit was another attempt by Kurtz to get rezoning for a high-density housing project. Only a month before the judgeʼs decision, Kurtz publicly criticized Tomasko for high property taxes that he claimed have hampered the sale of a $33 million luxury estate—built on the former Frick Estate—called Stone Mansion, and on the market for a decade. In response, Tomasko blamed Kurtz for building the mega-mansion following an economic down-
turn and noted Alpine has the lowest tax rate per assessed value in Bergen County. Kurtzʼs lawsuit notes if the lots were rezoned for multifamily housing, he could help Alpine satisfy an earlier obligation for 108 affordable units, but does not explain further. Tomasko said that number was from the second round of affordable housing obligations and is no longer valid. Kurtz had requested Alpine amend its zoning ordinance, and recalculate how much affordable housing needs to be built on each of the three lots that he had proposed for multifamily housing. The judgeʼs denial ends Kurtzʼs recent effort to intervene in the affordable plan, unless Kurtz decides to appeal. Efforts to reach Kurtz were not returned by press time.
Affordable housing future Current affordable housing settlements are valid through July 2025 and whether affordable obligations continue to be mediated by Superior Courts after that is not yet known. The future of statewide affordable housing obligations will likely be debated and modified by legislative efforts over
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CRESSKILL 53 Union Ave. cresskilllibrary.org (201) 567-3521 • Tot Time, for kids 2–4, meets Wednesday, March 4 at 11 a.m. Join for stories, songs, crafts and more. Register in advance. • Chair Yoga is every Wednesday at 1 p.m. For adults. No sign-ups necessary, just drop by. • Baby & Me, for newborns to 24 months, meets Thursday, March 5 at 10:30 a.m. Babies and their caregivers will listen to interactive stories, sing songs and rhyme. Register in advance. • Volunteer Homework Helpers will be at the library to help students in grades K–6, Thursday, March 5 at 3:30 p.m. Drop in; no registration. • The Nintendo Switch Club for kids and teens meets every Friday from 3:15 to 5 p.m. Play the libraryʼs console with your friends. No registration necessary.
ENGLEWOOD 31 Engle St. englewoodlibrary.org (201) 568-2215 • Playtime, for newborns to 2-year-olds, is an informal dropin program comprising free play followed by a circle time with rhymes, finger plays and songs. Meets, Monday, March 2 at 10 a.m. • The Teen Nintendo Switch Game Club meets Monday, March 2 from 3:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Teen Room. • Monday, March 2 is Doctor Seuss Day. Children of all ages will celebrate Read Across America Day with Seussian crafts and treats. Drop in at 4 p.m.; no registration. • Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art practiced for both its defense training and health benefits. Instructor Kung-Ming Jan of Tenafly is a cardiologist and long-time practitioner of both Shaolin yoga and tai chi chuan. Meets Monday, March 2 from 7 to 8 p.m. • Guitar Story Time with
Jason Didner meets Tuesday, March 3 at 10:30 a.m. Stop by for songs, stories and dancing! For kids up to 5 years old. • Lecturer and photographer Jim DelGiudice will present “Agents of Change: Famous Women in New Jersey History,” Tuesday, March 3 at 7 p.m. Attendees will learn about philanthropists, performers, politicians and more, as well as the social context of their lives. • At Love Letter Readings, Wednesday, March 4 at 7 p.m., share a love letter of your own or a famous love letter from your favorite collection or library book. Donʼ care to share? Just come listen and luxuriate in the beauty and inspiration shared by others. Register at www.beforeigoberserk.com/love-letterreadings. • Meditation has been known to reduce stress, relieve pain and recharge mind and body. Sahaja yoga meditation is easy to learn, and all ages or cultural backgrounds are welcome to attend. Attendees can sit
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Series with Age-Friendly Englewood, Sunday, March 8 at 5 p.m. This award-winning band gets audiences dancing in the aisles to an eclectic mix of Eastern European and Middle Eastern tunes.
TEANECK 840 Teaneck Road teanecklibrary.org (201) 837-4171 • The library provides beginner Internet Training on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10 a.m. Get help concerning how to: use a computer keyboard and mouse; set up and utilize an email account; navigate the internet; conduct a job search online; and download eBooks from the BCCLS catalogue/website onto an eReader. Basic instructions on Microsoft Word or other office skills can also be provided. Bring your Teaneck Library card to class. Sessions are 30 minutes and take place in the Reference Room. • Attend a Redefining Retirement information session Tuesday, March 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and learn how you can contribute your unique skills to a Bergen County nonprofit organization, and make a meaningful difference in your community. Sponsored by Bergen Volunteer Center. • English as a Second Language (ESL) Conversation Group meets Tuesday afternoons from 1 to 2 p.m. in the Mayor Lizette Parker Memorial room on the main floor. The practice group is open to anyone who would like to improve their English skills by actively participating in group conversation led CONTINUED ON PAGE 17
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Holy Name holds health fair festival for Black History Month BY HILLARY VIDERS SPECIAL TO NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS
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In recognition of Black History Month, Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck recently hosted a festival and health fair. The event, a day of free health screenings and presentations, was titled “Living Your Best Life.” It was free and open to the public, with a major focus on medical issues that affect the African American community.
“It is really important to address specific health needs of different cultures, so in addition to todayʼs focus on the African American community, during the year, we also hold Heath Services programs for the Asian and Hispanic communities,” said Hilda Ventimiglia, a resident nurse and the hospitalʼs director of community education, who organized the event. The educational and entertaining day of wellness was attended by over 400 people from Teaneck and surrounding towns.
As visitors entered the hospitalʼs main building, they were greeted by cheerful young volunteers, students who were earning school credit. Throughout the day, visitors— including special guests state Assemblyman Gordon Johnson and Freeholder David Ganz— strolled through the festive surroundings, taking in all the opportunities for screenings and information. They received free blood work, blood pressure tests, family planning, counseling, body mass index measurements, bone density
Attendees at the festival and health fair took advantage of free services, like blood pressure tests.
There were many members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, one of the Health Fair sponsors.
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tests, diabetic risk assessments and advice from the attending doctors and health care workers. Throughout the conference room, there was a huge array of tables set up with experts and equipment to teach people about wellness. There were booths staffed by the event sponsors as well as the Bergen County Sheriffʼs Office, Mocha Moms, and many other organizations. The major sponsors of the Black History Festival and Health Fair were the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Bergen County, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Iota
Epsilon Omega Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Bergen County Alumnae Chapter, Links Bergen County Chapter, Black Health Matters and the Reggie Pittman Band. Jeff Carter, NAACP Bergen County president, remarked, “This event saves lives, and this year, we are also focusing on the census and voter registration.” As such, there were many handouts and members at the NAACP table to interact with visitors about these issues. A highlight of the day was the host of meet and greets and lectures by physicians Robert
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“Celebrating Our Past and Impacting Future Generations of Women” is the theme for the 56th Annual Foundersʼ Day and Luncheon of The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Womenʼs Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC), The Teaneck-
Englewood and Vicinity Club (TEVC). The community is cordially invited to this exciting event on Sunday, March 29, at noon at 4 p.m. at The Fiesta, 255 Route 17, Wood-Ridge. Several female entrepreneurs
will be honored. SAGE, the allwomenʼs jazz, blues and contemporary ensemble, is the featured entertainment. A media presentation of past, present, local and national “Women of the Vote” will be highlighted. Door prizes, vendors,
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raffles, dinner, media, and the music of SAGE, will culminate in an entertaining, enriching, funfilled afternoon. Tickets are $85 and may be purchased through PayPal at tevcnanbpwc@gmail.com, by contacting a Teaneck-Englewood Club member or by calling Muriel at (201) 833-8477. The Teaneck-Englewood and Vicinity Club of NANBPWC, Inc. was founded in 1963 by business and professional women in Bergen County. They were entrepreneurs, administrators, accountants, educators and more. One Founder, a “Woman of the Vote,”
held public office as a member of the Teaneck School Board. Another club member and “Woman of the Vote,” the late Lizette Parker, was the Mayor of Teaneck. The club is extremely proud to have had two of its members elected as National Presidents of NANBPWC, Inc. Co-Presidents Rosa Williams, Muriel Brantley and the women of The Teaneck-Englewood & Vicinity Club of NANBPWC encourage all to join them for this joyful and inspiring event, “Celebrating our Past and Impacting Future Generations of Women.”
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Dwight Morrow and Academies@Englewood Principal Benjamin Suro welcomes Englewood Public School District Board of Education Vice President Steven Berrios.
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Shakur. The Black History Month program was a huge success with DMAE students as well as with Steven Berrios, a member of the Englewood Board of Education who sat in the first row. “This illustrates the studentsʼ intelligence, talent and understanding of black history and their true roots.”
Origins of Black History Month To commemorate and celebrate the contributions to our nation made by people of African descent, Amer-
ican historian Carter G. Woodson established Black History Week. The first celebration occurred on Feb. 12, 1926. For many years, the second week of February was set aside for this celebration to coincide with the birthdays of abolitionist/editor Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. In 1976, as part of the nationʼs bicentennial, the week was expanded to a month. Since then, U.S. presidents have proclaimed February as National AfricanAmerican History Month.
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Dear Savvy Senior, What kinds of legal documents do I need to prepare to help my family after I’m gone? I would like to get my affairs — Almost 75
Dear Almost, All adults—especially seniors—should have at least four essential legal documents to protect yourself and your famil y. These documents will make sure your wishes regarding your estate are legal and clear and will help minimize any conflicts and confusion with your family and your health care providers if you become seriously ill or when you die. Here are the key documents you need, along with some tips to help you create them. Wi l l . This document lets you spell out your wishes of how you’d like your property and assets distributed after you die, whether it’s to family, friends or a charity. It also allows you to designate an executor to ensure your wishes are carried out and allows you to name guardians if you have dependent children. In addition to a will, if you own real estate or have considerable assets, another option you may want to consider is a revocable living trust. This functions like a will but allows your estate to avoid the time and expense of probate (the public legal process
that examines your estate after you die) and helps ensure your estate’s privacy. Durable Power of Attorney. This allows you to designate someone you trust to handle your financial matters if you become incapacitated. Advanced Health Care Directive. This includes two documents that spell out your wishes regarding your end-of-life medical treatment. The two documents are a “living will” which tells your doctor what kind of care you want to receive if you become incapacitated, and a “health care power of attorney” (or health care proxy), which names a person you authorize to make medical decisions on your behalf if you’re unable. You should also consider making a do-not-resuscitate order (DNR) as part of your advance directive, since advanced directives do little to protect you from unwanted emergency care like CPR. To create a DNR, ask your doctor to fill out a state appropriate form and sign it. Do-It-Yourself If you have a simple estate and an uncomplicated family situation, there are do-it-yourself resources that can help you create all these documents for very little money. Some options to consider include Quicken WillMaker & Trust 2020 software (available at Nolo.com) that costs $90 and works with Windows and Macs and is valid in every state except Louisiana. And LegalZoom.com, which
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Costs will vary depending on where you reside, but you can expect to pay somewhere between $500 and $2,000 for a basic estate plan that includes a will, power of attorney and advance directive. If you want your estate plan to include a living trust, that can run anywhere between $1,500 and $5,000. The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA.org) and the National Association of Estate Planners and Councils (NAEPC.org) are two good resources that have directories on their websites to
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Baseball star Darryl Strawberry to discuss overcoming addiction April 22 Darryl Strawberry will be the guest-speaker at the fifth annual Stigma-Free Town Hall Meeting on April 22 at 7 p.m. in the Dizzy Gillespie Auditorium at Dwight Morrow High School, 274 Knickerbocker Road, Englewood. “Although Darryl was extremely successful in his career, his personal life was plagued with addictions, abuse, divorces, cancer, jailtime, and other issues,” say event organizers. “He is described as a legend by many who have been dazzled by the dynamics of his game, the power he possessed at the plate and the story of redemption that continues to bring hope to so many lives today.” Englewood was declared a Stigma Free Zone by the
City Council in July 2015. Community members work with the Englewood Municipal Alliance educating residents to eliminate stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders. Now known as Stigma Free Englewood, the program has organized a town hall meeting annually since 2016, each featuring a renowned keynote speaker and addressing a specific mental health topic. Advance registration and a ticket for entry is required. To register, call Denise Dominguez at (201) 568-3450, ext. 505, or go to bit.ly/ewstigmafree20. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for agency distribution of information and resources and networking. Ticket numbers will be entered in a raffle for a door prize.
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ing with officers in pursuit south vehicle lights and attempted to on Dean Street reaching speeds stop the vehicle. At this time, I was between 75 and 85 mph. As the pursuit reached East traveling at 64 mph behind the Linden Avenue and south Dean suspectsʼ vehicle.” Street, Officer Bresnan ordered that the pursuit be terminated and Suspects hit a dead end With Patrolman Wrightson on Wrightson and Cole complied. their tail, the suspects turned on Investigating the theft Engle Street, then Knoll Road, Cole traveled to the McGrath then made a left on Royden Drive residence where the car was Road—a dead end street. “The suspected vehicle then registered, and was greeted by a turned around and then began to homeowner at the front door, who drive towards my vehicle, passing confirmed that her husbandʼs me,” wrote Wrightson. “As they white Jeep Wrangler was indeed passed, I observed two black missing from the driveway. The husband presented two males wearing black ski masks and hoods. I turned my vehicle keys for the Jeep and stated those around and began to follow the were the only keys for that vehivehicle as it drove back onto Knoll cle. Lt. Ted Cebulski told NorthRoad, heading south.” ern Valley Press that detectives have speculated that a signalDangerous speeds Fleeing from the Royden relaying device may have been Road dead end, the suspects used by the thieves, and they turned left onto Knoll Road, then believe that it is possible to onto Hudson Avenue. With remotely start an unlocked car Wrightson giving chase, they using such a device if the key fob passed Patrolman Shawn Coleʼs is in close proximity to the vehilocation at Hudson Avenue and cle—even if itʼs inside the residence. Engle Street. With permission, officers As the suspects turned left checked the property for evidence, onto country road and sped off with Wrightson in pursuit, Cole with assistance from three Tenafly turned right onto Engle Street, police officers. Neighboring residents with then onto Highwood Avenue, waiting for the suspects with security cameras were identified and one confirmed they had a emergency lights on. The suspects blew past Coleʼs recording, which investigators location, and he joined Wrightson later reviewed. The other resident did not answer knocks. in the pursuit. The vehicle was later recov“Both patrol units trailed the suspect vehicle at approximately ered in Newark, according to 60 mph with emergency lights and police. sirens activated,” Cole wrote. The suspect turned right from County Road onto Dean Street. While on Dean Street, Wrightson was able to radio in the vehicleʼs license plate, which was registered to a Cresskill resident. A Laurel Lane resident taking The suspects continued flee- her dog for a walk just before 11
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This section is based on data provided to the Northern Valley Press by neighborhood police departments. Due to pending court appearances and other variations, the following information shall be read in “press time” context.
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Car thieves led cops on chase that hit 85 mph
Car thieves led borough police on a high-speed chase during the early morning hours of Feb. 14, reaching speeds of 85 mph as they fled south into Englewood, ultimately escaping once police terminated the pursuit. The car—a white Jeep Wrangler stolen from a McGrath Drive residence—was later recovered in Newark. No suspects have been arrested. Patrolman Niall Bresnan first noticed the vehicle traveling without headlights on Wilson Drive near Truman Drive. The suspects accelerated rapidly as they approached Bresnanʼs patrol location. “…Several males leaned back in the front seats to conceal their identity” as the car drove past, Bresnan wrote in a supplemental investigation report. Bresnan lost sight of the vehicle, but his fellow Patrolman Stephen Wrightson was driving north on Hillside Avenue when he observed the vehicle passing Holy Angels School. “The vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed, crossing over the median, and did not have its headlights on…” Wrightson wrote. “I initiated my emergency
Laurel Lane residents’ car stolen
p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16 was surprised to find her familyʼs Lexus RX-350 missing from the driveway. The resident also observed her familyʼs Audi Q3, which was also parked in the driveway, had an open driverʼs side door. “At this point, she closed the open door and retreated into her house,” Sgt. Jeremy Luciano wrote in an operations report. The resident reviewed Ring camera footage and it showed a male walking along the sidewalk from Broadway south on Laurel Lane. “He appears to stop at the corner and look backwards before slowly proceeding south on the sidewalk,” Luciano wrote. “The camera is unclear and does not show him come back to the vehicles.” The man appeared to be wearing a hooded jacket and a hat, Luciano wrote. The vehicle was unlocked and the resident was only in possession of one key for the vehicle. She was unsure where the other key was because it had been missing for a while, he wrote. The neighborhood was canvassed for additional security camera videos, and the car was reported stolen to regional law enforcement partners. The vehicle was recovered in Newark just a short time after it was discovered stolen on Feb. 17 at 2:43 a.m.
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On Jan. 28 at approximately 11 p.m., while on routine patrol officers observed a vehicle parked
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in the lot of 206 Pegasus Ave., which at the time was closed for business. Officers observed two subjects seated in the vehicle. Upon approaching the driverʼs side door, the driver rolled down the window and the officer immediately detected the odor of burnt marijuana emanating from inside the vehicle. After further investigation the driver, a 21-year-old female from Cliffside Park was found to be in possession of a green leafy vegetation believed to be raw marijuana and a device used to inhale burnt marijuana. She was transported to police headquarters for processing and charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. She was later released, as per New Jersey bail reform guidelines.
DWI driver refused to cooperate with police
On Feb. 1 at approximately 1:15 a.m., a Northvale officer observed a vehicle driving at a high rate of speed through the McDonalds lot at 240 Livingston St. and exiting onto Livingston st. north. The vehicle was stopped in the lot of 250 Livingston Street. Officers spoke with the driver, a 20-year-old male from upstate New York and detected the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from the interior of the vehicle and the breath of the driver. After being asked to step out of the vehicle, the driver refused to participate in standard field sobriety tests. He was then placed into custody for driving while CONTINUED ON PAGE 13
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Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco has announced that the county was awarded a new threeyear federal grant worth $400,000 from the Office on Violence Against Women to increase training for police, prosecutors and judiciary in recognizing, investigating and prosecuting cases of elder abuse. The county is one of eight nationwide recipients awarded under the Enhanced Training and Services to End Abuse in Later Life Program. According to a county press release, an estimated 38% of Bergen County residents are 50 or older. “Elder abuse awareness, education and training are vital to the protection and safety of the countyʼs large and growing senior population. Understanding risk factors, warning signs and available resources for reporting and assistance is just the beginning of the ongoing work to protect victims and successfully prosecute elder
abuse offenders,” the release reads. “One in 24 cases of elder abuse are reported. Reasons for this disparity include shame, fear, lack of knowledge of how or whom to report to, recognition of warning signs in the community, limited support systems, isolation, language barriers, disabilities and/or cognitive impairment,” it adds. According to Tedesco, understanding the unique dynamics of elder abuse, neglect and financial exploitation are critical for prevention, identification, timely reporting, services to victims and successful prosecution of offenders. To accurately identify current gaps in service and the overall awareness in the community, a multidisciplinary partnership comprised of The Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services, Bergen County Sherriffʼs Office, Bergen County Prosecutors Office,
Bergen County Board of Social Services, Adult Protective Services and Center for Hope and Safety will conduct a swift county-wide needs assessment survey. The survey will include tracks to include professionals serving seniors and senior residents 50 and older. “This grant is the catalyst to
launch and sustain significant system changes in enhancing the trainings our community, law enforcement, prosecutors and judiciaries receive on elder abuse, resulting in the best possible outcomes for these growing, delicate and critical cases,” Tedesco said. He added, “The important data collected in the community needs assessment will be tabulat-
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Woman charged for counterfeit $100 bill
On Feb. 1 at 12:10 pm Northvale Detectives charged a 31-yearold female from Valley Cottage, N.Y., for uttering a fraudulent $100 dollar bill at the Lukoil gas station located on Livingston Street. The suspect was charged
with one count of Forgery. She was released as per New Jersey bail reform guidelines.
Northvale woman had glass pipe
On Feb. 4 at about 8:45 a.m., officers responded to a Walnut Street address to assist with property removal from the residence. As a female subject was attempting to gather her belongings, officers observed her attempting to conceal what appeared to be drug paraphernalia. Officers then located a glass cylindrical pipe used to inhale CDS. The 35-year-old female from Northvale was taken into custody and charged with one count of possession of drug paraphernalia. She was released as per New Jersey bail reform guidelines.
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ed, evaluated and used to develop a plan for better implementing services throughout Bergen County for victims of elder abuse, neglect and financial exploitation.” For more information on the program, contact the Bergen County Division of Senior Services at seniors@co.bergen.nj.us or (201) 336-7400.
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The Tenafly Senior Center announces the following upcoming programming. The center is located at 20 South Summit St. and can be reached at (201) 569-2159. Menʼs Cooking Class Thursday, March 5 at 6 p.m. ($60 for four sessions March 5, 12, 19 and 26) Come learn the basics and beyond. Seats are limited. Sign up today!
Story of Romania: Struggle, Endurance, Tragedy and Hope Thursday, March 5 at 1:30 p.m. Join the center for a presentation on the history, geography and the culture of Romania. Romania is a country of great diversity and cultural richness in East-Central Europe. Come learn about Romaniaʼs struggle for survival, achievements, disappointments and chal-
lenges. Dr. Josef Machac will be giving this lecture.
Wellness Tea Party Thursday, March 12 at 1:30 p.m. What better way is there to give your immune system a boost than to use natureʼs precious resources! Tea has been used for centuries to heal the mind, body and soul. Come listen as we explore the medicinal qualities of this wonderful plant.
Normal Aging or Dementia Thursday, March 19 at 1 p.m. Forgetfulness is annoying, but is it Dementia? Learn the difference between normal aging and Dementia. The topics to be discussed at this informative lecture are the following: Why individuals become more forgetful as they age; strategies and tips; and the early signs
of Dementia. Vivian Green Korner, MA, CDP Certified Dementia Practitioner will be the speaker.
Manual Lymph Drainage Garbage Out, Wellness In Friday, March 20 at 2 p.m. Manual Lymph Drainage is another gentle-touch therapy that assists your body to attain and sustain proper functioning of the human fluid system. Proper functioning of the lymphatic system is critical to oneʼs bodyʼs ability to drain stagnant fluids, detoxify, regenerate tissues, filter out toxin and foreign substances and maintain a healthy immune system. This is part two of a four session wellness series given by Catherine Perman of Body Therapeutics of Fort Lee.
Question and Answer on Elder Law Wednesday, March 25 at 1:30 p.m. This talk will be presented by attorney Andrey Milvidskiy. He will be speaking about Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts, Medicaid and Long Care Planning. This will be an open forum. Please bring specific questions pertaining to these subjects. Drum Circle Friday, March 27 at 2 p.m. Come explore a new/old way of having fun while reducing stress. No musical experience is needed! Seats are limited. Sign up today.
Among celebrity members are the amazing Abe Barzelay; performer and teacher Gary Mettler; harmonicist and former lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears Rob Paparozzi, and Rob Fletcher of The Harmoniacs. The clubʼs ensemble can be booked to play for groups for a reasonable fee. It entertains at retirement and veteransʼ homes, churches,
clubs, assisted living centers, civic groups, libraries, schools, and private parties. The Garden State Harmonica Club was founded in 1971. New members are welcome. Annual dues are $35. For more information, call (917) 771-1166 or write gardenstateharmonicaclub@hotmail.com.
Plan ahead for a a trip Monday–Wednesday, Sept 14–16 Join the seniors on a trip to Lake George and Sarasota Springs. Stop in for a full itinerary. The cost is $465 for double occupancy or $555 for single occupancy.
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Arthritis: OA vs RA Identifying symptoms, prognosis and lifestyle Tuesday, March 31 at 2 p.m. This presentation is sponsored by the Buckingham Care & Rehabilitation Center. Director of Nursing Marsha Cill, NP will be giving this very informative talk.
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JOSEPH A. DiBLASIO
Joseph A. DiBlasio, 94, of Closter, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020. Beloved husband of Ida (nee Bongiovanni). Cherished father of Linda Hanlon and her husband, William, of Saddle Brook; Diane Amodio and Paul of Waretown; and Karen Dooley of Westwood. Proud grandfather of Vincent, Danielle, Gianna, Ashley, Kevin, Kristopher and Keith and adored great-grandfather of Madison, Dorian, Fiona, Abigail and Brendon. Beloved son of Josephine and Salvatore Di Blasio. Dear brother of Rose Lotterman and the late Frank, Victor, Anthony, Ralph, Salvatore, Jennie, Fina, Suggie, Alex, Edward and Sally. He is also survived by sister-in-law Marie DiBlasio as well as many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Joe was a US Navy veteran of World War II and the youngest of eight brothers serving during the war. He was member of the Cresskill American Legion Post 21 and the Knights of Columbus Post 520. He retired from the United States Postal Service after 38 years of dedicated service where he served as general manager of the New York International and Bulk Mail Center in Jersey City. He was honored by the Department of the Army with the Outstanding Civilian Service Medal. The highest award given to a civilian for his personal commitment and actions providing outstanding support to the Department of the Armyʼs mission as the single manager for Military Mail. He then enjoyed being a ranger at the Bergen County Golf Course in Rockleigh for many years. A Memorial Mass was celebrated Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 at St. Maryʼs R.C. Church, Closter. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joeʼs memory to St. Maryʼs Church would be greatly appreciated.
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RICHARD A. REISSIG
Richard Alan Reissig, of Teaneck, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020. He was 91 years old. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1928, Richard grew up in Quincy, Illinois. He attended The Juilliard School of Music and received his degree in 1954. He also served in the Marines during the latter part of the Korean War. He played the French Horn in the Baltimore Symphony and The Metropolitan Opera. He is survived by his brother and sister-inlaw, Daniel and Kim, his two sons and daughters-in-law: Andrew and Christine of Bergenfield, NJ, and Frederick and Rosalie of New York City. He is also survived by his beloved dog, Bailey, and his social media family. A memorial service will be held at the Union Congregational Church in Montclair. (Date to be determined.).
CATHERINE M. SPRAGUE
Catherine Marie Sprague, nee Green, of Norwood, died on Feb. 18 in her home of 66 years surrounded by her family. She was 91. Catherine was a humble servant of the Lord. She devoted her life to her large family. She was a loving and nurturing wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She calmly managed the chaos of seven active children and a spirited German Shepherd. Her gentle and selfless spirit will live on in those she loved. Catherine was born in the Bronx on July 17, 1928, to Frank H. and Catherine N. Green. Catherine grew up in Dumont as the eldest of four children. She graduated from St. Ceciliaʼs High School in Englewood where she met the love of her life, Allan W. Sprague of Haworth. They married on Nov. 11, 1950, and
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resided in Teaneck. Catherine attended business school and worked at a bank in Manhattan. In 1954, Caltherine and Al moved to Norwood where they raised their seven children. They worked tirelessly raising money for the opening and operation of Immaculate Conception School in Norwood from which all their children graduated. Catherine found the time to volunteer as a Girl Scout leader and served as president of the Rosary Altar Society of Immaculate Conception Church in Norwood. Catherine was an avid bridge player, gardener, and enjoyed spending time on Long Beach Island with her family. Catherine traveled extensively, including epic trips to Ireland, Israel, and Alaska. Catherine was predeceased by her parents, and by her husband (1997) and her daughter, Margaret Rose Sprague (1995). Catherine is survived by her two brothers, Joseph F. Green of Toms River and Robert J. Green and his wife, Barbara, of San Diego. She was predeceased by her sister, Catherine A. Green, a School Sister of Notre Dame, and her sister-in-law, Anne Green with whom she shared a friendship which began in high school. Catherine is survived by six children: Michael, and his wife, Julie, of Norwood; Stephen, and his wife, Margaret, of Roanoke, Virginia; Judy Sprague of Jacksonville, Florida; Jerry, and his wife, Sally, of Cape Coral, Florida; Eileen Sprague of Norwood; and Mary Sprague of Norwood. Catherine (Grandma Smirkems) is survived by nine grandchildren: Caitlin (Ryan) Stephenson, Karalin Sprague, Kelsi Sprague, Elizabeth (Leif) Wood, Deborah Sprague, Hannah Sprague, Sarah (Steven) Smith, Robert Hammer, and Christian (Jessica) Sprague. Catherine (GG) is survived by eight great-grandchildren: Zachary, Rya, Eowyn, Connor, Beatrice, Galilee, Bernadette, and Owen. She is survived by 23 nieces and nephews. Catherine also is survived by her devoted and long time caretaker, Carole Meisse, whom she introduced as her “co-worker.” The family thanks Catherineʼs three daughters for their years of dedicated and loving care which allowed mom to remain in her home throughout her illness. The family received relatives and friends on Friday, Feb. 21, 2020, at Pizzi Funeral Home, Northvale. A funeral mass was held at Immaculate Conception Church, 211 Summit Street, Norwood, on Saturday, Feb. 22 followed by burial at Rockland Cemetery in Sparkill, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, Catherineʼs
family requests that you consider a donation to the School Sisters of Nortre Dame, Care For Senior Sisters, Development Office, 345 Belden Hill Road, Wilton, Conn. 06897-3898. A donation may be made on line at www.amssnd.org.
JACQUELYN E. STYLES
Jacquelyn E. Styles (Bowie), of Teaneck, died on Feb. 22, 2020, at the age of 92. Born on Dec. 14, 1927, in Harlem, New York. Jackie (as she was fondly called) was the only child of Arthur Bowie and Perdetha (Dee Dee) Rogers. She attended George Washington High School in New York and was a proud graduate of Howard University in Washington, D.C. After spending time as a devoted care taker for her children, Jackie went on to pursue her masterʼs degree in social work at Columbia University, and became a Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor (LICSW). Jackie had a quarter century of dedicated and professional service to families in New York City and northern, New Jersey, working for over 30 years at the Family Counseling Services of Ridgewood & Vicinity. She joyfully continued to see clients in her private practice until she passed. Jackie was married to her best friend and high school sweetheart, James M. Styles, a loving union that spanned over 60 years until his death in 2012. She was a leader in many clubs including The Bergen County Chapter of The Links, Inc., and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. She was also a devout parishioner of Teaneck United Methodist Church, where she served as a trustee, group leader, and usher for over 40 years. Preceded in death by her husband, James, she is survived by her children, Curtis M. Styles, Rev. Dr. Sharon Styles-Anderson, Esq., three cherished grandchildren (Collin, Kyle, Jameka), and two great grandchildren (Gia and Caiden). Visitation for close family and friends was held on Thursday, Feb. 27. A memorial service in her honor will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2020, at 11 a.m., at Teaneck United Methodist Church in Teaneck. For more information and to view Jackieʼs tribute page, please visit volkleber.com.
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JO VAUGHAN
Jo Vaughan, of Tenafly, was born Josephine LoBiondo in Philadelphia, Pa. on Nov. 16, 1929, the middle child of three to Antoinette and Charles LoBiondo. She was educated in Philadelphia public schools, worked as a secretary before marrying and moving to State College, Pa., where she was employed by the Pennsylvania State University as secretaryassistant to Dr. John Almquist, an award-winning geneticist. There in Pennsylvania, the first of her four children, Jeffrey Marc Vaughan, was born. The family moved to New Milford, and her second child, Leslie Jane, was born in Teaneck, followed by Dana Alexander and David Samuel, born in Englewood. Mrs. Vaughan was active in the Community Chest; the Church of the Atonement, Tenafly, as a vestrywoman and in other capacities; and was a founder and later president of FISH, a community service organization in EnglewoodTenafly, providing transportation, shopping, etc., for persons needing such assistance for over 25 years. She was formerly a member of the Tenafly Garden Club. An accomplished cook, she studied under Perla Meyers, Sylvia Lehrer, Giuliano Bugialli, and others. She has three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She leaves four children, Jeffrey Marc Vaughan, of Ankeny, IA; Dr. Leslie Jane Vaughan, of Englewood; Dana Alexander Vaughan, of Jersey City; and David Samuel Vaughan, of East Hampton, N.Y. A memorial service was held on Feb. 29 at 11 a.m. at the Church of the Atonement in Tenafly. Memorial contributions may be made to the Center for Food Action in Englewood.
THELMA J. ALLAN
Thelma J. Allan, 98, of Cresskill, died on Feb. 10, 2020. She was predeceased by her parents, Oliver G. Haywood and A. Olive Haywood, her husband, John W. Allan in 1978, her two brothers, Harry H. Haywood and Oliver G. Haywood, Jr., and a sister, Verna Coe Rissell. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. She was a parishioner of St. Elizabethʼs Episcopal Church in Ridgewood, a 70 year member of Lincoln Chapter #95 of the Order of the Eastern Star in Caldwell. She was a member of the Oakland Branch of the Valley Hospital Auxiliary. Donations in her memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Services to be private.
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TENAFLY 100 Riveredge Road tenaflylibrary.org (201) 568-8680 • Knitting Club, for adults, meets every first Monday. Beginners and experts welcome. Bring your own project or start a new one, March 2 at 10 a.m. • MeetUp Mondays continue on Monday mornings at 10:30 a.m., for ages 1 to 3 years. Get out of the house with your toddler or preschooler for this informal gathering at the library. Your child will make new friends while playing with the libraryʼs collection of toys. They th ary 25 vers ls i ia n An Spec
will read a few books selected by the children and then sing a few songs just for fun. Bring a friend! • The Womenʼs History Scavenger Hunt, for ages 6 and up, is ongoing this week, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. weekdays and Saturday, March 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. In honor of Womenʼs History month and to mark the 100th year of Womenʼs Right to Vote, participate in the libraryʼs Womenʼs History Scavenger Hunt. Find Images of important women in history that are hidden throughout the Childrenʼs Room. Learn a fact about each woman and win a prize (while supplies last). • Read to a Dog, for ages 5 and up, is a great way to foster fluency in language and reading, as well as develop confidence and independence, on Monday, March 2 and Thursday, March 5 at the library. Register for a 20minute one-on-one session at 4:30, 4:50 or 5:10. The popular program often fills up a month or more in advance. Call early to
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IN THE GARDEN: Perennial Plants of the Year!
by Gerri Gibney
Over the years in this column, Iʼve written about the perennial plant of the year. Usually this designation was pretty much one from a nurserymanʼs association. Seems there are other groups who have started naming “plants of the year,” and for my money thatʼs OK, because it gives us more to look at, and to ponder if we want to add a winner to our plant collection in the spring. The Perennial Plant Association named Aralia cordata “Sun King” as their winner. For all of us shade gardeners, Sun King will bring a bold pop of gold leaf color and texture to our garden. This is a
native to shady forested areas in Japan. It can grow to 4 to 6 feet tall and nearly as wide. In July small cream-colored flowers appear which attract bees. Itʼs a fast grower, hardy in our Zone and thrives in part shade, and in heavy shade the color will become lime green! It can also tolerate sun, but must be watered on a regular basis. Itʼs herbaceous, meaning it dies back in the fall, likes well-drained soils, isnʼt bothered by bugs or diseases, and hereʼs the best part, deer donʼt like it! Incidentally, when I was writing this column, our Garden Club meeting took place, and our speaker, Janet Schulz, mentioned this perennial in her talk as a must have!
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Temple Emeth Religious School invites children ages 4 to 7, with a parent, to “Purim Family Fun” on Sunday, March 8, from 9:45 to 11 a.m. “Join us and enjoy a morning of music, stories, dance, crafts and
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“Denim ʻnʼ Lace” Russian Sage or Perovskia is the Proven Winners National Plant of the Year. Many of us have grown Russian Sage and know it tends to spill over onto other plants. This plant stands tall all season without leaning on anyone. It is also deer resistant, probably because of its scent, but it does attract bees. Plant it in poor soil, lots of sun, water occasionally and itʼs good to go, which makes it a plant-it-and-forget it kind of perennial! Iʼve had a Perovskia for about twenty years, and at the end of the summer season last year, I noticed it had started to look down in the tooth. Turns out it did go to plant heaven, which means I can plant this Plant of the Year in my garden this spring to give its dense, woody root system time to establish before the next winter. Another group, the National Garden Bureau selects plants on their popularity, ease of growth, and adaptability. For 2020, here are the winners in the ornamentals categories: the annual of the year is Lantana; the perennial of the year is Lavender; and the shrub of the year is Hydrangea. If youʼre looking for some inspiration of recent introductions in these categories to add to your
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and are not too fussy about soil. They tend to do better in dry soil. If you use it in a container, take the dry to heart, and select your companion plants accordingly. It does have scent, bye-bye deer! What can anyone say about Hydrangea? This is a flowering shrub that comes in dozens of colors, is much loved for its sometimes big floppy heads of flowers, and its stately appearance. It can take some shade, and needs to have good moisture. Unfortunately, the deer love this wonderful plant. As most of you know, you will need to protect it from these predators. Every year I try to keep the deer away, and generally they win, but I still love Hydrangea! I plan to try again this spring, even though fall is the best time to plant them. Until we meet again, keep your feet dry and your hands dirty.
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Narine Mamalian has joined the staff of professional real estate sales associates of Friedberg Properties & Associates, Pascack Valley office. Narine is a graduate of the University of Scranton with a bachelorʼs degree in business administration and management and a minor in operations in management. She was employed at Unilever for more than 10 years as a customer brand planning manager and most recently as a category strategy manager. She is an active member of her community, including the Northvale Public School PTO, class parent, soccer/baseball coach, Cub Scout den leader, and Girl Scout Daisy troop leader. Narine grew up in Old Tappan and lives in Northvale with her husband and two children. A licensed New Jersey Real Estate Sales Associate, Narine is a member of the National Association of Realtors, NJ Realtors, Greater Bergen Realtors, and the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service. At Friedberg Properties, Narine is affiliated with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, the largest relocation network in the world, and can assist
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Bergen New Bridge Medical Center and Rotary District 7490 held a special training program for Rotarians on Feb. 25, “An Educational Approach to Saving Lives with NARCAN—Combating the Opioid Epidemic,” at the Bergen New Bridge Auditorium. The goal of this program was to give Rotarians the knowledge and training to handle an opioid overdose emergency. This program for Rotarians was sponsored by Bergen New Bridge Medical Center and its Foundation, and was presented by Bergen New Bridge psychiatric residents. Rotarians who attended were given instruction on how NARCAN is administered and received a free NARCAN inhaler. Rotary District 7490 serves Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic counties. According to District Gov. John Mitchell, a New Bridge trustee, the program gave Rotarians the necessary tools to help someone in desperate need. “We have seen how the opioid epidemic has impacted many of our families and Rotarians are people of action,” Mitchell said. He added, “This training allowed us to give someone who has overdosed a second chance and the opportunity to seek recovery. Our
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• Magical Melodies with Mr. Chris features high energy, interactive music, Thursdays, March 5, 12 and 19 at 1:30 p.m. No registration required. • Adults can enjoy Coffee with a Craft on Thursday, March 5 at 2 p.m. This month, make a wineglass candleholder. A different project using different skills and supplies will be completed each month. No experience is necessary and all materials are supplied unless specifically noted. Light refreshments served. Registration required. • The Great Books Discussion Group is back Thursday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. The group is discussing The Federalist Papers, which are available online through the libraryʼs website. No registration required. FROM PAGE 17
• At Crafty Saturday, for ages 5 and up, spend some time exercising your creativity at the library. Projects will vary in difficulty and design, but everyone is welcome to craft together with materials which are out that day. Meets Saturday, March 7 at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Librarians will have specific projects and can lend a helping hand when needed, but crafters age 5 and up can create independently. Younger crafters will likely need some adult supervision and aid. No registration required and families are welcome. • Adults can attend Spaces that Speak, Home Staging, a one-hour program full of tips, techniques and strategies home stagers use to attract the highest number of potential homebuyers. Registration requested; program is Saturday, March 7 at 11 a.m.
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ENGLEWOOD GROUP PUSHES Holy Name holds health ʻForm a committeeʼ “They need to do what we did. Form a committee, conduct a study, and figure out what to do or what is possible there,” said Mikesh. He said that the state Department of Transportation defined the Northern Valley Greenway study area “and there are good reasons for that.” He said heʼs “been very open to [Englewood] and my message to them hasnʼt changed” when told of a city groupʼs new effort to include their rail line in the greenway. Mikesh said he remains available to help the group pursue its greenway goals but complicating factors remain its current use for freight and potential light rail use. Currently, Mikesh said the Northern Valley Greenwayʼs interlocal committee is conducting training for outreach and beginning efforts to put together a strategic plan for the greenway, while con-
tinuing communication with CSX Transportation officials over possible purchase of the unused rail line. The abandoned rail line would likely be purchased under a “railbanking agreement” whereby the railroad conglomerate would sell the unused line to a government or not-for-profit entity—still to be determined—who would own, manage and maintain the greenway. Late last year, Northern Valley Greenway proponents, including Mikesh, lobbied county Parks department officials to include the future greenway in its first-ever Parks Department Master Plan. The Master Plan highlighted the Northern Valley Greenway as an example of a possible project the county could get behind in the future. ʻNot against Englewoodʼ “We have a greenway project and the project was defined early on. Weʼre not against Englewood or anyone but the reality is that CSX is using the rail line there,” said Mikesh, noting the 7.4 miles extending through the green-
wayʼs six towns has been unused for years. Mikesh said Englewood can conduct its own study and define “a second project” that could possibly be added to the original greenway in the future. He said that a greenway can serve as a connector to parks, open spaces, and other green spaces. “Let us establish a base here and once that base is established, we can probably add other connectors. But that would probably be done in phases over the years,” he added. ʻStudy the conceptʼ Reached Feb. 20, Wisotsky said they viewed a trail as complimentary to light rail and noted “how this is to be accomplished here is to be determined by the design consultants.” “The important goal is to study the concept and how the connection through Englewood can be accomplished,” she emailed. “To do anything less is both a disservice to those this fantastic potential amenity will serve and a missed opportunity. The benefits of connectivity for commuters, walkers, bikers and outdoor enthusiasts are enormous,” she added.
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Adair, MD, nephrologist Clenton Coleman, MD, hematologist/oncologist Yadyra Rivera, MD, and Uterine Fibroids and Cervical Cancer expert Neelangani DeSoyza, MD. During breakout sessions, topics discussed were diseases and conditions specific to the African American community, such as sickle cell anemia, kidney and uterine fibroids and anemia hypertension. Looking over the crowd of enthused attendees, Dr. Adair said, “There are many health care benefits that people can take advantage of here today. By hosting this health fair, we let people know that Holy Name Hospital is in the forefront of providing health care for the community. Nowadays, there are fewer free clinics and people go to the internet where there is a lot of online material, some of which is misinformation. So, itʼs important for people to meet with doctors and health care professionals on a one-on-one basis.” Geneva Warrick, 85, a prominent Englewood resident, was one of the many visitors who
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took advantage of this opportunity. With a broad smile, she said, “Iʼm here to make sure that my health is up to par, and Iʼm checking everything. So far, so good!” Culinary health was also on display. People enjoyed a buffet of delicious as well as nutritious health foods, such as baked chicken, salmon, black eyed peas, salads, pasta, sweet potatoes, collard greens, fresh fruit and tempting low calorie desserts. Throughout the event, there was lively music provided by Reggie Pittman and his New York City Love & Soul Band. The group inspired people of all ages, even children, to dance and enjoy the day. When the Festival and Health Fair concluded, Ventimiglia and the hospital staff were pleased that they had successfully achieved their goal, as voiced by Dr. Ryan Bauer and his wife Dr. Marsha Thornhill-Bauer. “We want the African American community to know what resources are available to them and Holy Name Hospital is here to help them,” said Bauer. “This will make their lives better and fuller!”
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Mario Kranjac voted to break the tie and terminate Surenian. Kranjac only votes when a council vote is tied. Following the vote, Borough Attorney Joseph Marinello called the vote “cowardly” in published reports and said while he did not think the borough acted in bad faith, “itʼs moves like this that donʼt show good faith,” he added. Contacted by Northern Valley Press, Kranjac said via email that the legal counsel, Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi, would “continue aggressively appealing the incorrect Court decisions.”
ʻSystem rigged againstʼ “We will continue to fight on behalf of the Borough and make clear that the decisions were incorrect under applicable law and that municipalities should not be penalized for refusing to settle in a system rigged against them,” said Kranjac via email Feb. 24. Kranjac said one reason he voted to fire Surenian was he “repeatedly refused to provide the full Council and me with his 2019 and 2020 communications regarding the affordable housing litigations. He cut me out,” emailed Kranjac. “The Democratic Council Majority created this situation by
controlling him and other counsel to the detriment of the Borough. I also did not believe the fees for two counsel were substantiated any longer,” said Kranjac via email. Asked for reaction to Surenianʼs firing, a spokesman for Fair Share Housing Center declined comment but noted 40 years of non-compliance with Mount Laurel decisions to provide a “fair share” of affordable housing has caught up with the borough. ʻThumbed their nosesʼ consistently “Theyʼve thumbed their noses at the courts,” said Anthony Campisi, a Fair Share spokesman. Campisi said when judge Farrington issues a final order— probably in mid-April—following a hearing on her order to Englewood Cliffs to change its zoning to accommodate 347 affordable units, the judge may decide then whether the borough should be stripped of zoning powers and to impose new zoning for 347 units of housing, in consultation with Fair Share, he said. Campisi noted the housing advocacy center also filed a counterclaim against Englewood Cliffs to recoup its legal costs, following Farringtonʼs decision to order 347 affordable units.
ʻKnowingly misledʼ Tsabari criticized Kranjac following the tie-breaking 3-2 vote to fire Surenian, accusing the mayor of having “knowingly misled voters last fall” that he could halt a proposed 600-unit development at 800 Sylvan Avenue, the former Unilever property. The development, which was ordered to go forward by Farrington recently, includes 120 affordable housing units out of 600 units planned on a 20-acre site. The development was strongly opposed by Kranjac due to its high density, and during a tumultuous July meeting, the council voted to go to trial, declining a possible settlement with Normandy Real Estate Partners due to overwhelming public opposition to any settlement. Tsabari charged Kranjac has no “acceptable plan” to fulfill the boroughʼs affordable housing obligations. “We have one of the top, if not the top affordable housing attorney in the state of New Jersey,” said Tsabari via email Feb. 26. “It will be difficult to replace Surenian.” She said while Kranjac blames the state and judge for rulings against the borough, “all the lawyers...told him time and again that we should have settled,” she told an online publication.
Wunsch rebuts Kranjac Wunsch said since early 2018 that he and Surenian provided over 40 “substantive documents and updates” to Kranjac on affordable housing negotiations, plus 11 inperson appearances at closed council sessions. Wunsch said that he was reinstated by Judge Farrington because his termination was not done properly. He called Kranjacʼs efforts to fire both him and Surenian “unethical” because he has filed “personal lawsuits” against both of them. “Heʼs operated with a sense all along that heʼs above the law on this whole affordable issue, heʼs more like a ʻTrump-lite,ʼ” said Wunsch. Wunsch said he, Surenian and another special counsel are still working on efforts for an appeal as well as submitting a motion for reconsideration of Judge Farringtonʼs ruling to rezone the borough for 347 units of affordable housing by mid-April, a deadline set by the judge. Wunsch, a lifelong resident and the borough historian, said Kranjac “took a gamble with our destiny and screwed us over,” noting Kranjac never had a viable affordable housing plan. “It didnʼt have to be that way, but itʼs an absolute disaster. Weʼre a rudderless ship at this point,” Wunsch added.
347 affordable units Farringtonʼs order approving the 600-unit development was not unexpected following her January ruling to require the borough to allow zoning for 347 affordable units, including the 100-plus units at 800 Sylvan Ave. and a 57-unit, 100 percent affordable complex on a 2-acre parcel now occupied by the borough complex, parking area and a Lions Club. Since 2015, Englewood Cliffs has been in litigation over its affordable housing obligations with intervenors Fair Share Housing Center and Normandy Real Estate Partners. In order to fulfill its affordable obligations on its own without the Normandy Real Estate proposal, the borough proposed constructing 57 affordable units in a 100 percent affordable complex on a 2-acre tract occupied by the borough building, parking area and Lions Club. That proposal should satisfy the boroughʼs obligation, asserted the borough, making the Normandy Real Estate Partnersʼ high-density proposal unneeded. Judge Farrington disagreed, citing the boroughʼs nearly four decades of permitted development, which occurred without one single unit of affordable housing being built.
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