April 27, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 19 Park Windmill Director’s post on agenda The Midland Park Board of Recreation will discuss the position of recreation director at its May 2 public meeting. The session will be held at borough hall, 280 Godwin Avenue. National Day of Prayer planned The 60 Annual National Day of Prayer will be observed in Midland Park on Thursday, May 5 at the Midland Park Firehouse on Witte Drive. Attendees will gather at noon to pray for America and its national, state, and local leaders. A children’s choir will participate. Rev. Lloyd Vorderstrasse, pastor of the Church of God, is organizing the event. All are invited. th ing to located alumni of the graduating classes from the ‘70s and ‘80s for a reunion set for the weekend of June 25. The website mypantherpride.com has been set up for alumni to register and find information on the upcoming reunion. For more details, contact Marybeth Sullivan Reid at mbsreid@aol.com. Annual Recipe Luncheon set The women of the Midland Park United Methodist Church will host the Annual Recipe Luncheon on Tuesday, April 26 at noon. Tickets are $8 and will be available at the door. The church is located at 269 Godwin Avenue. For more information, call Jean at (201) 652-5654. Letters to the Editor (continued from page 16) County Utilities Authority. Such proposals have been discussed in the past, and I want to know what will happen to the revenue surpluses generated by these authorities in the event of such a merger. I would strongly oppose any intention to take such surpluses and use them in the general county budget. Such surpluses should be used only for the operating and capital expenses of the respective utility authorities or returned to rate payers. It is fundamentally unfair to take money paid by rate payers in the 11 towns in the NBCUA and use it for the benefit of the 70 towns in Bergen County, especially given the fact that some towns, such as Wyckoff, are not even fully sewered. I would also oppose a merger if it would raise rates for NBCUA rate payers while reducing them for the rate payers of the other authorities. We should be looking to reduce rates where possible, and it would make more sense to more aggressively pursue cooperative purchasing and other cost reduction measures, which would have the potential to lower rates paid by all. Brian D. Scanlan Wyckoff Note: Mr. Scanlan is a member of the Wyckoff Township Committee. The opinions in this letter are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the committee. reliance upon the Almighty, we pay tribute to the example set by our Founding Fathers and by presidents through the years who have exhorted the American people to seek God’s help and deliverance during trying times. The theme for this year’s event is: “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God,” inspired by the faith-filled declaration found in Psalm 91:2, which states, “I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” At this perilous and uncertain juncture in our country’s history, it is critical that we remain in prayer. The American people continue to be plagued with challenges that defy simple answers, and our hope lies in humble seeking the Almighty’s guidance, protection, and blessing. Martin Luther once said, “Prayer is not overcoming God’s reluctance, but laying hold of His willingness.” Neither political nor partisan, the National Day of Prayer is a solemn occasion to seek the favor of Almighty God on behalf of the United States of America. It is important to remember the real purpose and meaning of the First Amendment: To prohibit the government from establishing an official religious denomination, while at the same time permitting elected leaders to promote the religious welfare of the people for the purpose of civil government. The combination of the Establishment Clause and Free Exercise Clause of the Constitution was intended to create a government attitude of “benevolent neutrality” toward religion. Between noon and 1 p.m. on May 5, people across the country will gather to pray for America in the following areas: church, education, family, government, media, military, and business. There are many ways to participate. Check this newspaper and www.NationalDayofPrayer.org for specific events and times. We encourage everyone to remain diligent in praying for our nation’s leaders. Remember Paul’s exhortation in 1 Timothy 2: 1-2: “I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” Phyllis and Ken Johnson Midland Park It is the policy of the Villadom TIMES to have a signed copy of letters to the editor in our files. Please fax a signed copy to (201) 670-4745 or drop a signed copy in the mail to Villadom Times, P.O. Box 96, Midland Park, NJ 07432. Signed letters may also be dropped off at our office located at 333 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park. Thank you. Prom dresses collected Area teens may contribute their gently-used prom dresses to an organization that donates them to girls in Paterson and Camden. The organization will take care of the dry cleaning. Dresses may be dropped off at Family Hair Care, 222 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park, before May 10. The salon is open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Call (201) 652-8130 for further information. Register for fall soccer program Midland Park Soccer Association will hold its fall soccer registration at the DePhillips Center, 50 Dairy Street in Midland Park, on April 30 and May 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration is open to students who attend school in Midland Park. Registration forms are available at the DePhillips Center, the Baseball Card Store at 45 Prospect Street, and the Midland Park schools. Deadline for registration is May 25. For more information, call Heather at (201) 445-4532 or Carl at (201) 612-9811. Pancake Breakfast set The Midland Park United Methodist Church, 269 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park, will hold its Annual Men’s Pancake and French Toast Breakfast on Saturday, May 7 from 7 to 11 a.m. Tickets are $5 for adults and $2 for children and may be purchased at the door or by calling the church office at (201) 445-3787. Library board plans meeting The Midland Park Memorial Library Board of Trustees will meet on April 27. The meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the library located at 250 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park. Midland Park alumni sought The Midland Park High School Alumni Group is seek- Dear Editor: We would like to thank the following for their help with the Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 16. Girl Scout Junior Troop 95 and Troop Leader Pat Fantulin; Junior Girl Scout Troop 317 and leaders Chris Wallace, Beth Szydlik, and Marilyn Betancourt; Junior Girl Scout Troop 558 and their leaders Lauren Malcolm and Lena Padavano; Jean Pennington and Rich Formicola; and all of the Girl Scouts. Dave Lancaster, Chairman Midland Park Board of Recreation Dear Editor: We want to urge everyone to participate in this year’s celebration of the 60th Annual National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 5. Since 1952, when Congress established an annual day of prayer, millions of Americans have gathered each year in churches, synagogues, schools, parks, and other venues to intercede for our nation. In expressing our humble Chairman extends thanks National Day of Prayer is May 5 Summer Camps/ Schools Section Don’t miss out on showcasing your camp or school and the many activities, sports and services you have to offer. Publication: Keeping Families Warm Since 1929. 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