Page 10 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • February 3, 2010 Area Council plans Open House by John Koster The Glen Rock Council has been holding forth from the refurbished and expanded borough hall since late last year, and members of the governing body now hope the general public will attend an Open House tentatively scheduled for April 10. The Open House was tentative at the last council meeting because members of the council and administration want to avoid any possible schedule conflict with school vacations that might take interested families out of town during the Open House. The building expansion, twice postponed due to construction costs that rose so fast they outstripped the funds bonded for the construction, was also slowed by heavy rains through the temperate months of 2009. The projected reopening of borough hall was postponed several times. However, according to Glen Rock officials, the work came in within the budget of $5.4 million. Until the renovation project was finished, the Glen Rock administration had been housed at 175 Rock Road, behind the pharmacy. The old municipal building, which dated from the 1920s, had elements of three different heating systems, the electrical system was outmoded, and the roof leaked. Most residents who toured the aging building under the Bert Kendall administration agreed the renovation was needed. After the second instance in which the bids for construction came in too high to be covered by bonded funds, a group of local architects and major contractors met with the council and explained that some of the changes were not necessary. The massive storage of paper documents in file cabinets had been obviated by the use of computers in municipal government. In cases where paper records must legally be preserved, they can be stored in climate-controlled rental units in regions where real estate is less expensive. While some residents felt the borough could save money by razing the entire building, many others said they wanted to preserve the external appearance of the borough hall. The entrance, with its steps and the borough clock, were retained after the roof was replaced. Two structures that provide additional office space were constructed on either side. Municipal employees said they find the new building comfortable, and are pleased with the expansion and interior renovation. Ned K. Majid, MD, FACS I am a board certified cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon specializing in vein disorders and their treatment. I have over two decades of experience in treating vein problems, which consist of large bulging veins, discoloration, bleeding, and ulcers. Although some years ago these problems had to be treated in a hospital with general anesthesia and hospitalization of two to five days, today they can be treated using a simple, virtually painless inoffice procedure. I have been increasingly focused on treating these vein problems using the latest laser technology for the last five years in my office in Ridgewood, where my patients have been extremely satisfied with the ease of the procedure and improvement in their condition. Fifty to 60 percent of women and 40 percent of men may be affected by this condition. Vein disorders are aggravated by pregnancy, hormones, prolonged period of standing, and injury to veins. With my team of qualified professionals, I first conduct a diagnostic test using an ultrasound to determine the severity of the problem. If it is determined that the valves are not functioning properly and are causing venous reflux, the underlying pathology is evaluated and a treatment plan is discussed with the patient. If left untreated, this condition progressively worsens. The treatment plan could include any or all of the following: • Laser Ablation: The vein is accessed by the knee and the laser fiber is introduced which causes the vein to collapse and seal shut. • Mini Phelebectomy: A one millimeter incision is made and using a small hook the varicose vein is grasped and removed. Both of the above procedures are done under local anesthesia, with minimal downtime. • Ultrasound guided sclerotherapy: A sclerosing agent is injected into the vein under ultra sound guidance. All of these procedures are covered by Medicare and most insurances. It is our mission to provide our patients with extraordinary care with extraordinary results. From the moment you enter our facility to the time you leave, my staff and I are dedicated to alleviating your venous problems and returning your legs to their healthy state. Dr. Ned Majid of NE Laser Vein Institute. The doctor has offices in Ridgewood, West Paterson, and Glen Ridge. 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