Villadom Times Weekly Newpaper Online-July 29, 2009 Issue

Waldwick July 29, 2009 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 9 Council considers changes for swim team’s pool use The Waldwick Swim Team may have to change its practice sessions next season. The Mayor and Council at their recent meeting discussed the team’s use of the municipal pool and changes that can be made so that the least number of people are inconvenienced. Borough Administrator Gary Kratz said a number of issues have surfaced about the pool’s use, including admission rules for spectators and the time of the practices. Kratz said that while the team members have paid memberships to the pool, parents or other family members who want to watch the practices or the meets may not have paid memberships or day passes. “People complain that they have to pay to get in. They don’t like one-day passes,” commented Councilman Thomas Giordano. “The parents want to watch, but they don’t want to pay,” Kratz added. “We have received several emails on this. We should switch practices outside of normal pool hours.” The team’s evening practices – from 5:45 to 8 p.m. - are also an issue, Kratz said. “People want to go for a swim after work, and they get booted out by the swim team. That’s ridiculous,” said Councilwoman Anita Bozzo. “The practice time doesn’t have to be convenient.” Kratz recommended that a different schedule be set up for the pool next year, with team practices from 8:30 to 11 a.m.; lessons from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and open pool from 1 until 8 p.m. He cautioned, however, that someone would have to open the pool and questioned who would be responsible for the cost incurred. The council agreed that no changes would be made this year. The team’s season ends in early August. Giordano said that team leaders should be contacted now and warned that changes would be made for next season. “Last year they started making decisions, and we were caught in the middle. They should be aware that things will change to accommodate the community and the team, because some items are not fair to certain people,” said Giordano. “They shouldn’t set up anything for next year until we speak to them,” he added. Town to celebrate anniversary; oldest resident now being sought This year, Waldwick is celebrating the 90th anniversary of its incorporation as a borough in the State of New Jersey. In honor of this milestone, borough officials have planned a Gala Dinner Dance, which will be held on Friday, Oct. 9. The Waldwick Gala Committee is currently seeking the oldest born and raised Waldwick resident; that individual will be honored at the gala. The celebration will be held at the Brownstone House, 351 West Broadway in Paterson, beginning with a cocktail hour at 7 p.m. Dinner will be served at 8 p.m. Black tie optional. The cost is $80 per person. To reserve a space or to report the oldest Waldwick resident, contact Jordan Battisti at (201) 652-5300, extension 229, or Paula Jaegge at (201) 652-5300, extension 236. Lynn’s Pet Care Going on vacation? Away for the weekend? Work long hours away from home? We’ll care for your pets when you can’t. Please call 201-493-8442 Lynnspetcare18@Yahoo.com �� But STILL can’t lose that Tummy or Cellulite? Call me about VelaShapeTM A NEW Nonsurgical method of Fat reduction and body contouring • Non-invasive • No Anesthesia • No Downtime Beverly Dunn, MD Waldwick, NJ • 201-445-0032 Dieting? Working Out? �� Bikes by Trek, Gary Fisher, Haro and much more! www.bestbikesmahwah.com 201-252-8217 Break the Highway Trend! �� ...not your community’s back. 7-29-09 joan/janine BestBikes2x(7-29-09) 2 x 2.5” �� Local businesses are the backbone of your community and the trend to shop the big guys on the highway hurts us all.Your local businesses have what you want... at the right price... and close to home. So, why hassle with the highways? �� ® Save Time! Save Gas! Save Money! SAVE YOUR COMMUNITY! We Need You �� SHOP LOCALLY. IT’S SMART. ...and besides, it’s so convenient! �� Membership is open to all. For individuals and families in need, contact John Duke ext 337 for confidential assistance information and application. ��