Villadom Times Weekly Newpaper Online-November 24, 2010 Issue

Upper Saddle River November 24, 2010 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 9 LLC facilitates church’s goal to add solar panels This winter, the Church of the Presentation in Upper Saddle River expects to “go green” with the installation of solar panels. Father Bob Stagg, the church pastor, recently reported that the contract with Mercury Solar Systems has been inked. In order to take advantage of the federal rebate that is available to those who purchase systems before the end of 2010, Stagg noted that a group of investors stepped forward and formed a limited liability corporation, or LLC, which can avail itself of the rebate. Churches, which are tax-exempt, cannot. Stagg said the LLC stands to receive a grant equal to 30 percent of the $275,000 cost of the solar equipment. The LLC will lease the equipment to the parish, and the parish will assume ownership in five years. Stagg said the lease will be paid through the sale of solar renewable energy credits, informally known as SRECs, which utility companies are required to purchase. He pointed out that New Jersey has the most lucrative market for SRECs, making it easier for the parish to take this step toward good stewardship. Stagg previously stated that, while everyone should be encouraged to foster “green” pursuits, churches have more of a moral responsibility to be good stewards of the earth. The church building, which is located on West Saddle River Road, is exposed to the sun for many hours each day. The solar panels will be able to capture the southern and eastern sunlight. Presentation was inspired, in part, by the success of the 2009 solar panel installation at the Cavallini Middle School. Cavallini began using its new solar energy collection system in November 2009. The school’s heating and lighting systems are still in place, but the solar energy collection offsets overall energy costs. School officials estimate that the solar cells will save the district approximately $11,000 per year in avoided energy costs. In addition, the district expects to be able to sell SRECs, which could amount to an additional $47,000. A school 2009 publication reported that the solar cells will pay for themselves after five years, and for the entire roof within 21 years. The Upper Saddle River Police Department, in conjunction with the Upper Saddle River Youth Guidance Council and Cavallini Middle School, will present a program on cyber bullying on Thursday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. Upper Saddle River parents with children in grades four through 12 are encouraged to attend. The program is designed for parents. No one under 21 years of age will be admitted. The program will be held in the auditorium at Cavallini Middle School, 392 West Saddle River Road in Parents urged to attend ﬁlm and discussion of cyber bullying �� NOV. 26 & NOV. 27 Cannot be combined with any other offer TWO DAYS ONLY No Limit Mahwah store only Upper Saddle River. Refreshments will be served from 7 to 7:30 p.m. “Sticks and Stones,” a film developed by Park Ridge High School’s school psychologist and student assistance counselor Andrew Yeager and the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, will be shown. The film explores the irreversible consequences of cyber bullying via social networks, e-mail, cell phones, instant messages, and texting. A question and answer session will follow the movie. No Discounts on Uggs Allowed �� See our website for coupons-�� REFINANCE COST�� NOW! ��NO CLOSING �� Please specify if you prefer: 1) Advertised rate 2) $0 closing cost option � �� 4.5%��4.5%��3.875%��3.875%� �� Mike Blasius� ��