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Box 96, Midland Park, NJ 07432-0096 Total Window & Wall Fashions 6 Kim/Janine HalliganElecFrontPage(2-26-14) rev2 Page 2 THE VILLADOM TIMES I, II, III & IV • March 26, 2014 Villadom Happenings ‘Downton Abbey’ Tea coming to John Fell House The John Fell House Tea Room Committee will host a “Downton Abbey Tea” at the historic home on Monday, April 14. The noon event will feature afternoon tea as it might be served at Highclere Castle, including finger sandwiches and desserts. Guests will be welcomed in a manner befit- ting distinguished guests visiting the gracious estate of the Earl and Countess of Grantham. Visitors to the tea are welcome to test their knowledge of the popular series by taking the “Downton Abbey” quiz. The cost to attend is $45. Checks should be made payable to “Concerned Citizens of Allendale” and mailed to: 200 East Allendale Avenue, Allendale NJ 07401. For more information, contact Linda Schropp at lschropp@optonline.net or Theresa Salameno at (201) 825-2840. The John Fell House, located at 475 Franklin Turnpike in Allendale, is owned, operated, and maintained by the Concerned Citizens of Allendale, a 501c3 non-profit dedi- cated to the preservation of the home as a self-sustaining community center through grants, fundraisers, and private donations. For details about event and volunteer opportu- nities related to the John Fell House and the Concerned Citizens of Allendale, e-mail TheFellHouse@gmail.com. West Bergen Mental Healthcare announces summer SOAR and CIT programs West Bergen’s Asperger’s Related Services will again sponsor its SOAR Experience, a summer program for children and teens, ages six through 16, with Asperger’s Syndrome and other related disorders. The SOAR Experi- ence, a therapeutic social skills program in a day camp- like environment, will be held at the Center for Children and Youth, One Cherry Lane in Ramsey. The Counselor in Training program offers teens and young adults (14 through 24) with Asperger’s vocational training and an opportunity to develop various work and social skills. Information sessions about the SOAR Experience will be held on April 9 from 7 to 7:40 p.m. and May 7 from 6:30 to 7:10 p.m. at the Asperger’s Services Center at 615 Franklin Turnpike in Ridgewood. SOAR Counselor in Training program information sessions will held imme- diately following the general information sessions. CIT session will run 45 minutes. RSVP to Kelly Doyle at (201) 857-0080, extension 7500. “This is the sixth summer that we are able to offer these unique programs to youngsters in the community,” said Dr. Jeanne Marron, clinical director of Asperger’s Related Services at West Bergen. The SOAR Experience is a small, nurturing program specifically designed to help children with social chal- We had an amazing time at our Fourth Annual Bash, and two-year-old Giza was definitely the hit of the event. We send a special thank you to Aldo from the Brick House, Roxanne Evans from News 12 NJ, and all of our wonderful sponsors. We are grateful to everyone who attended to help make this event a success. Thanks to the children from Green Twig Preschool for their Food Drive to celebrate the 100 days of school. Recently, Rita Lapinski celebrated her 90 th birthday. In lieu of gifts, Rita asked her guests to bring grocery items for our pantry. We are in of need Easter Baskets for children and food baskets for families. This is a great project for adults and children. We also need volunteers who can help us solve some computer issues. The Duffy Confirmation Group is hosting a Lollipop Sale to benefit ECF, just in time for Easter. To place an order, e-mail sfd652@gmail.com. They are also spon- soring a Bagel Breakfast fundraiser on Saturday, April 5 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel’s Parish Center in Ridgewood. Admission is $5 per person. E- mail melenaesteve@gmail.com for tickets. Meet Jhonny: Jhonny is a 17-year old with an infec- tious smile and the ability to make anyone around him laugh. You would never know by his outgoing and posi- tive personality that he and his family have been through so much over the past seven months. Jhonny was diag- nosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in August. Since being diagnosed, he has undergone multiple surgeries and has had both chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Jhon- ny’s treatment plan, recovery, and understanding of his illness are complicated by developmental delays and a hearing deficit that were diagnosed during early child- hood. Despite these obstacles, Jhonny has thrived in the face of adversity. He continues to gain strength to fight his cancer through faith, determination, and the over- whelming support and encouragement of his parents. lenges thrive and succeed in a supportive environment. SOAR and CIT programs are held weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The six-week program is from July 7 to Aug. 15. The three-week programs will be held July 7 to 25 and July 28 to Aug. 15. Highlights of the program will include social skills training, weekly themes, outside trips, and fun-filled activities. Under the direction of West Bergen’s professional staff, participants will expand their skills in a number of important areas, including building relationships, increas- ing flexibility, resolving conflicts, successful transitions, (continued on page 22) Since Jhonny’s diagnosis, his parents have strug- gled financially. In August, Jhonny’s mom left her job in order to care for her son on a full-time basis. Due to the loss of income, treatment co-pays, medication, and hospital visits, bills continue to pile up. Jhonny and his family would welcome Sunoco gas cards and Shop Rite gift cards to ease their financial burden. Jhonny loves superheroes, playing video games, and watching movies. Gift cards to Target, Walmart, or GameStop would help him continue to do the things he loves. Any donation provided will help ease the financial burden and provide his family with the assistance they need during this difficult time. ECF is a nonprofit organization that provides a vari- ety of specialized services, at no charge, to any New Jersey family facing the challenges of caring for a child with cancer. ECF does not raise money for cancer research, but provides direct in-home care to its fami- lies. Many families do not have the financial or emo- tional support to help them get through a major illness like cancer, so ECF provides families with counseling by a professional case worker, material goods (such as household items, toys, and monthly grocery deliveries), and emergency financial assistance. These individu- ally tailored services are critical in helping families get through the crisis of pediatric cancer. ECF does not receive any government funding, and relies on donations from the community. Call the North- ern Regional Center at (201) 612-8118 or e-mail Laura at laura@emmanuelcancer.org to help. ECF now needs volunteers who can deliver grocer- ies to families in Bergen and Essex counties. Spanish- speaking drivers are in particularly high demand! Individuals and groups are encouraged to help by hosting fundraisers or collecting food or gift cards for ECF’s families. The Northern Regional Center at 174 Paterson Avenue in Midland Park welcomes volunteers and visi- tors. Call (201) 612-8118 before you stop by. Because storage space is limited, please do not leave items at the center without checking with us first. For more infor- mation, visit www.emmanuelcancer.org or “like” ECF on Facebook: EmmanuelCancerFoundation. As always, thank you for helping the children and their families! March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 3 Area Court to hear challenge to Ridgewood Water charges The Appellate Division of Superior Court has agreed to hear charges that the Village of Ridgewood bilked Ridgewood Water Company ratepayers out of mil- lions of dollars over a period of four years. Ridgewood Water supplies water to Glen Rock, Midland Park, and Wyckoff in addi- tion to village residents. The court’s decision means that the Supe- rior Court, rather than the Board of Public Utilities, will be ruling on the charges. In a lawsuit filed nearly two years ago, Glen Rock, Midland Park, and Wyckoff accused Ridgewood of overcharging the utility’s ratepayers more than $4.4 million going back to 2007. Bergen County Superior Drinking water to be discussed David Scheibner, Ridgewood Water Company’s business manager, will dis- cuss the area’s aquifer-fed water system on Thursday, April 3. The program, spon- sored by the League of Women Voters of Ridgewood, will be held at 7 p.m. in the senior center located at Ridgewood Village Hall located at 131 North Maple Avenue. “Its All about the Water!” will include information about testing protocols, bottled water, and water conservation. A question and answer session will follow. All are wel- come, and refreshments will be served. In addition to Ridgewood, the water company serves customers in Glen Rock, Midland Park, and Wyckoff. The League of Women Voters is a non- partisan organization that encourages the informed and active participation of citi- zens in government. For more information at the league, contact mandegruber@gmail. com. Court Judge Lisa Perez Friscia, who heard the initial arguments, ruled on Dec. 27, 2013 that the matter should be transferred to the BPU. Attorney Joseph Fiorenzo, a former Wyckoff mayor who filed the lawsuit on behalf of Wyckoff, Midland Park, and Glen Rock, immediately filed a motion “for leave to file an interlocutory appeal,” a request to hear the appeal, with the Appellate Divi- sion, contending that Judge Friscia had erred in transferring the matter to the BPU. “We had challenged the validity of the Ridgewood ordinances setting the water rates in front of Superior Court. The Supe- rior Court is the proper forum to review challenges to municipal ordinances, such as the ordinances of Ridgewood that are at issue in our litigation. The BPU has no jurisdiction to review such ordinances under its own limited grant of jurisdiction over municipal water utilities,” said Fio- renzo. “I’m very pleased that the Appellate Court granted our motion and will hear the legal arguments. I view it as a positive sign,” said Fiorenzo. He said the Appellate Court usually denies motions for interlocu- tory review. “That they granted ours is in and of itself significant, but the fact that the court has (continued on page 8) Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 5 Wyckoff Engine Company #3 wins annual competitive inspection by John Koster Wyckoff’s Sicomac Engine Company #3 has won the township’s 55 th Annual Fire Department Inspection Contest. The inspection of all three companies of the Wyckoff Volunteer Fire Depart- ment took place March 14 and an awards ceremony was held the following day. The Wyckoff Township Committee congratulated the firefighters and Deputy Chief Andrew Forsyth on winning the inspection. The Wyckoff Fire Depart- ment is the only fire department in the State of New Jersey that conducts inspec- tions of the condition of its fire apparatus and submits the firefighting knowledge of its volunteers to the evaluation of outside experts. “The inspection is an intense compe- tition among Wyckoff’s three fire com- panies,” Wyckoff Fire Chief Lou Graglia said. He explained that the firefighters pre- pare by servicing, cleaning, and revamp- ing the firefighting equipment two nights a week for six to seven weeks prior to the inspection, and every night for the final two weeks before the inspection. The firefighters also study procedures and policies in order to pass the oral examina- tions and respond to the various potential firefighting scenarios presented by the inspectors. A panel of independent firefighting experts tested the Wyckoff firefighters’ knowledge and inspected each compa- ny’s trucks and equipment. The judges included Deputy Chief Stephen Kalman of the Hackensack Fire Department; Inspec- tor James Dougherty, former department chief in Ramsey; John Tobin, a lieuten- ant in FDNY Rescue #1; Gregg Carriddi, department chief of the Edgewater Fire Department; and Al Evangelista, director of the Passaic County Fire Academy and former department chief of the Pompton Lakes Fire Department. Sicomac Engine Company #3 is located at 428 Sicomac Avenue. Protection Com- pany #1 is located behind Wyckoff Town Hall, and Community Engine Company #2 is located at 180 Wyckoff Avenue. Graglia emphasized that the annual contest provides an opportunity for the fire department to ensure that the town- ship’s firefighting equipment is in the best possible condition by conducting a thorough review of the fire trucks, equip- ment, and the knowledge of the officers, drivers, and firefighters of all three fire companies. The department also noted that Fire- fighters Evan Costanza and Warren Brickman recently completed the Fire- fighter I course at the Bergen County Fire Academy, and that Firefighters Matt Tani, Sean McGirr, Jimmy Viapiano, Stephen Kopshaw, and William Pettit completed the Firefighter II course. Awards for five years of service were presented to Lt. Matt Capomaggi, Lt. Brian DeHaas, Lt. Chris Joachim, Chris Charnesky, Michael Schel,l and Melissa Gettleman. Awards for 10 years of service went to Mark Tanucilli, Will Neuenhaus, and Jake Miller. Fifteen-year service awards were given to Kelly Brock, Kent Goldsmith, Tom Kelly, and Chris Love. Former Deputy Chief Carl Koffler of Company #1 and Firefighters Joe Alva- rez and Carl Fry received 25-year awards. Former Company #1 Deputy Chief John Ciampo received a 30-year service award. Firefighters Bill Brock, Fred Mazzilli, and Jerry Valenti received 40-year service awards. Firefighter Ray Hopf received a 60-year award. Lt. Michael LaBarck, Deputy Chief Andrew Forsyth, Captain Matthew Tani and Battalion Chief Aaron Gettleman (from Sicomac Engine Company #3) Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 FLOW Area Borough’s K-8 superintendent ready to move on by Frank J. McMahon Frank Romano III, Ed.D, superintendent of the Franklin Lakes K-8 School District, has accepted a superintendent’s position in the Ridgefield K-12 School District, which has just under 2,000 students. The Franklin Lakes Board of Education, meanwhile, is completing its search process for a new superintendent to replace Romano, whose resignation will become effec- tive at the end of his contract on June 30, 2014. Romano announced his resignation in May 2013. School Board President Larry Loprete advised that a new superintendent is expected to assume the leadership of the district for the 2014-15 school year. Romano’s final agreement on terms and language with the Ridgefield Board of Education was reached on Feb. 27. A five-year contract was submitted to the Bergen County Superintendent immediately after that, according to Romano. On March 13, the Ridgefield Board of Education approved that contract, which calls for a base salary of $157,500 with an opportunity for an additional 15 percent of the base, or $23,625, in merit pay. Romano notified the Franklin Lakes School Board of his new contract on Friday morning, March 14. “Coming to Ridgefield feels like coming home,” Romano said. “I had the good fortune of being raised in a town very similar to Ridgefield and only a few miles away with family and friends in the adjacent towns. I have very fond memories of times spent with very good people. Find- ing my way back to that place in my life brings me full circle and leaves me excited about what I believe will be a dynamic and rewarding opportunity.” Romano said he experienced a supportive and respect- ful board of education during his interview process and, during his time in the Ridgefield district, he has seen edu- cators who are committed to children and committed to their craft. “I have seen fine examples of leadership,” Romano said. “I see a team with whom I can work to continue the posi- tive and productive momentum, while building a success- ful future for all of the children who attend the Ridgefield schools, and what beautiful and respectful children they are!” Romano emphasized that he has valued and enjoyed his time in Franklin Lakes, where he has had the opportunity to work with a bright and cohesive administrative team, a highly professional support staff, and extremely talented teachers. “And while every place has beautiful children, you can’t help but miss the ones that you come to know so well, espe- cially the ones who need you most,” Romano said. Explaining his reason for leaving Franklin Lakes, he (continued on page 23) Regional district receives insurance safety award The Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School Dis- trict has received the 2013 Safety Award from the New Jersey School Boards Association Insurance Group. RIH is one of 43 school districts to receive this award of distinction out of over 400 districts in the NJSBAIG’s workers’ compensation insurance pool. Award recipients are selected based on two criteria. The first criterion is the effort the district put forth as measured by the New Jersey School Boards Association Insurance Group’s Safety Assessment. The second crite- rion is the result achieved as measured by the workers’ compensation loss ratio, which is loss dollars divided by premium dollars. The 2013 recipients were recognized for implementing an effective safety program in their districts which mini- mized their workers’ compensation costs with the ultimate benefit to the taxpayers and students. Under this safety program, the students have fewer substitute employees so the continuity of their education is maintained at the highest level, and the taxpayers will realize a savings because the school district pays lower insurance premiums. “This award is a tribute to our business administra- tor, Frank Ceurvels,” said Interim Superintendent Ernest Palestis. “Under his leadership, the district staff has been trained in safety protocols and this award is based upon site visits to Ramapo High School and Indian Hills High School by the NJ School Boards Association Insurance Group safety team. “As a result of careful district planning, we have expe- rienced low claims. This results in favorable insurance rates thus benefitting our FLOW taxpayers.” The New Jersey School Boards Association Insurance Group, located in Burlington, New Jersey, is a non-profit entity, which provides property and casualty insurance to public schools in New Jersey. It is the only statewide insurance pool for property, casualty, and workers’ com- pensation in New Jersey. F.J. MCMAHON March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 7 Franklin Lakes Two percent cap on arbitration awards may expire by Frank J. McMahon Members of the Franklin Lakes Council are concerned that the state law that capped arbitration awards at two per- cent is due to expire on April 1. The law, which Governor Chris Christie signed in December of 2010, reformed the arbitration process as of Jan. 1, 2011. The borough council has passed a resolution calling on state legislators to permanently extend the two percent cap on interest arbitration awards prior to the April 1 sunset of that law, and Senator Dawn Marie Addiego (R-8 - Atlantic Burlington & Camden) responded by introducing Senate Bill 1814 on March 17. That bill, which would establish a permanent police and fire interest arbitration cap, is cur- rently being reviewed by Senate attorneys. It is not clear if that will be the final bill, or when the Senate may vote on it. Al Barlas, the chief of staff for Senator Kevin O’Toole (R40 -Bergen/Essex), said O’Toole supports that legisla- tion and has made the following statement: “The potential ramifications of this legislation sun setting could be cata- strophic to our municipalities. I have heard from many of my mayors and police unions with their concerns on this matter and I have had conversations with the Senate Presi- dent about the need to pass legislation that would not allow binding arbitration reform to sunset. “This was a cornerstone of Governor Christie’s tool kit for property tax relief, and I am committed to working with the Senate leadership and the Governor’s office to get this legislation passed prior to April 1.” The original law contained reforms that capped arbi- tration awards to police departments on economic factors to no more than two percent. The law also provided for random selection of arbitrators, expedited the determina- tion of awards, required the arbitrator to provide a written report detailing the weight accorded to each of the required considerations, and expedited the appeal process. “These reforms marked a dramatic change to the arbi- tration process and have helped municipalities to control the never-ending rise in public safety personnel costs,” the borough’s resolution states. “While municipalities are statutorily limited to raise their property tax levy by no more than two percent with very limited exceptions,” the resolution continues, “failure to extend the two percent cap on interest arbitration awards will force municipalities throughout the state to further reduce, or even eliminate, crucial services, personnel, and long-overdue infrastructure improvement projects in order to fund an arbitration award.” The borough council pointed out that the two percent interest arbitration cap has controlled public safety salaries, which are one of the largest municipal expenses, not only through arbitration awards but through contract negotia- tions and, absent further action by the state legislature, any contract that expires on or after April 1, 2014 will be sub- ject to all new procedures and requirements, except the two percent award cap. School district announces meeting Meet and speak with the consultants working with the Ramapo Indian Hills Board of Education on the selection of a new superintendent of schools. A meeting for the school district’s parents and the community at large is scheduled for March 26 at 7 p.m. at the Indian Hills High school audi- torium at 131 Yawpo Avenue in Oakland. “Without those limits,” the council claims, “arbitrators will be able to impose awards that do not account for the two percent limit on the property tax levy, which would immediately threaten funding for all other municipal ser- vices.” The council also claims that the two percent cap on a municipality’s property tax levy will force local budget makers to reduce other essential municipal services to fund an arbitration award higher than two percent. The current contract between the borough and the Policemen’s Benevolent Association Local 150 covered 2012, 2013, and 2014 and will expire Dec. 31. During the period of that contract, police officers who were no longer in the “step” schedule, which extends to year eight of their employment, received a one percent salary increase in each of the three years; police officers on the step schedule received just the step increase each year; and the step schedule was elongated so it affected salary increases every 18 months instead of the previous schedule, which was for 12 months. At the end of this contract, the salary steps for all police officers with less than eight years of service will return to 12 month intervals. The step schedule provides each police officer with an automatic increase in salary each year until they reach the maximum in the step schedule at year eight. Any percent- age increases agreed to in their contract are in addition to the step schedule salary increases. Page 8 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 Franklin Lakes Borough decides to continue using ﬁre sirens by Frank J. McMahon Franklin Lakes will continue to use pole-mounted fire sirens. This decision was reached after a discussion at the bor- ough council’s work session earlier this month. At that time, Borough Administrator Gregory Hart pointed out that, during the borough’s budget discussions, the use of wireless fire sirens was suggested, but he learned that a wireless system would cost $600 per month for the phone wire and a one-time expense of $13,000. Hart pointed out that, during that discussion, the ques- tion arose as to whether the borough even needs fire sirens. He advised the council that seven of the 12 towns surveyed revealed that four are using sirens, while three of the seven towns are not. Fire Chief Ryan Dodd advised in a letter to the coun- cil that all of the towns surrounding the borough, such as Oakland, Wyckoff, Midland Park, Wayne, Pompton Lakes, and North Haledon use sirens. He said the siren must remain in operation until a viable alternative solu- tion is available. “It is a tool utilized for our safety and the safety of our citizens,” Dodd said. “There will be unintended conse- quences if the siren is shut down without improving our ability to administer the department and emergency noti- fication systems.” He added, “The borough needs sirens as the last resource for alerting firefighters. Some cell phones do not operate in sections of town due sporadic service coverage and the current text message notification system has delays, and there are times that notifications are not sent. “In addition, pagers don’t always operate due to the town’s topography or the paging system is malfunction- ing.” Dodd stated that every effort must be made to ensure first responders are notified because public safety is the fire department’s priority. He pointed out that the sirens are currently silenced or restricted from nightfall until dawn and that concession was made to address the con- cerns of a few citizens. “The siren is a communal affirmation that the Bor- ough of Franklin Lakes is sending help,” Dodd said. “The siren is the sound of hope and affirmation that help is on the way. During the most tragic moments people remem- ber during a structure fire, motor vehicle entrapment or water rescue, day or night, is that sirens mean help is on the way.” Dodd claims that the one minute and thirty second siren cycle is not an unnecessary burden on the public while the siren is a call to service. Councilwoman Paulette agreed with Dodd, saying the use of sirens has been limited with no sirens at night unless there is an actual fire, and the number of cycles of the sirens has been cut back. Ramsey said the pole- mounted siren alerts her that a fire truck may be coming down the road. “It’s a warning and it would be a mistake to get rid of the sirens,” Ramsey said. Bivona pointed out, however, that it is the fire engine and the blue lights in the firefighters’ vehicles that get people’s attention and most firefighters do not work or live in the borough. “The siren is not going off when the fire truck is coming down the street,” he said. “By the time the fire- fighters get to the firehouse, the siren shuts off.” He acknowledged, however, that the fire department wants the fire sirens and it is the opinion of the fire chief that technology has not moved forward enough to elimi- nate the need for sirens. Bivona said he disagrees with those opinions and he pointed out that half of the borough’s sirens do not work and yet there is no problem getting the firefighters in place. He also pointed out that the ambulance corps does not use sirens. Bivona agreed, however, to keep using the sirens for now and Hart said it was not cost effective to go to a wire- less siren system. In Mahwah, two neighbors of two township firehouses complained about the use of fire sirens next to their homes in 2006. A dispute with the township and fire depart- ment officials extended over a period of four years during which time the fire department’s pagers were tested to see if they could replace the use of sirens, and a lawsuit was filed against the township when it was decided they could not replace the sirens. During the dispute, a pole holding one of the fire sirens was cut down by vandals in the middle of the night over the Memorial Day weekend and a firefighter was sus- pended for inappropriate behavior after he noticed that one of the neighbors had security cameras installed on his property. Ultimately, the dispute ended up in Superior Court in 2007 and a trial was held in July 2008. In September 2008, a Superior Court judge dismissed the neighbor’s lawsuit and ruled that the sirens could continue. That ruling was sent to the Appellate Division of Supe- rior Court by the neighbors but, in March 2010, an Appel- late Court panel of judges affirmed the lower court’s ruling that the township could continue using sirens. Citing several court decisions in similar siren cases which upheld the use of sirens, the Appellate Court panel of judges found that the sirens serve as an effective backup system to the pager system, and other available backup technologies such as reverse 911 and text messag- ing were not proven to be viable alternatives. Therefore, the panel found that municipality did not act in a palpably unreasonable manner in maintaining the siren system. Ridgewood Water (continued from page 3) set down the matter for full briefing and argument on the merits tells me that it is very interested in its outcome,” Fiorenzo said. He explained that even in the 10 to 15 percent of cases the court agrees to hear, it summarily makes its decision based on the motion papers submitted. The three towns’ litigation contends that Ridgewood owes Wyckoff $1,640,492, Glen Rock $1,049,165, and Midland Park $619,635 in over-billed water fees that were not necessary to cover expenses of the Ridgewood Water Utility. Fiorenzo said Ridgewood also owes its own resident water customers a reported $2,475,300 because a substantial amount of the money collected in the form of water bills was used for departments outside the water company operation. He said the money was used by Ridgewood to cover police and fire depart- ment salaries and other expenses not related to water supply. As the principal attorney for the three municipalities, Fiorenzo had argued that water rate increases of 26 percent in 2010 followed by a five percent rate increase in 2011 were not justified by the needs of the water company for water operations, but rather by the needs of the Ridgewood municipal government to cover other bud- getary items. Fiorenzo said that forensic accounting had uncovered such improper expenses as $2,413,737 for health insurance, $645,362 for the Ridgewood Police Department, $570,374 in municipal attorney fees, $435,995 for engineering, $189,864 for the police and paid firefighters’ retirement system, $180,600 for the fire department, and $29,996 for the consolidated police and firefighters’ retirement system, for a total of $4,465,928 for Ridgewood municipal expenses paid for by water bill fees, but not related to supplying water to customers in Ridgewood, Glen Rock, Midland Park, and Wyckoff. Fiorenzo said the Appellate Court hear- ing will be held at the end of April, with a decision likely in 30 to 60 days afterward. March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 9 Midland Park Proposed adult day care center needs use variances An adult day care facility is being pro- posed for the property at 42-46 Prospect Street in Midland Park. The site, at the corner of East Center Street and around the corner from Godwin School, is zoned for retail/office use and was previously used by a building contractor. Danielle Kalb, the proposed tenant, plans to open a social, non-medical day care center for adults, to be called Horizon Adult Day Care. Patterned after a similar facil- ity in Chatham, the center would provide activities, social interaction and meals for up to 25 clients. It would be open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., but possibly have extended hours from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. if needed. Clients would be trans- ported by the center’s own van. The proposed facility would need two use variances from the Zoning Board of Adjustment, which heard the application at its last meeting. A variance is needed because adult day care is not specifically listed as a permitted use in the B-2 zone. As such, the board would have to determine the parking requirements for the proposed use. Additionally, the owner of the property, CE White II, LLC, proposes to convert the garage on the property into offices for a separate business, which would constitute having two principal uses on the same prop- erty. A previous restriction on the site limits the garage use as an accessory to the main building only. The main building’s second floor would be rented out as an office, as it has in the past. Kalb said that the state has no licensing requirements for adult day care but that she would follow and even exceed the standards set by the National Adult Day Services Association. She said she would hold to a ratio of one staff member per five clients, with a nutritionist to provide guidance and a Registered Nurse dropping in weekly to monitor the facility. She said meals would be brought in and heated in the center’s kitchen. The applicant’s engineer, Douglas Doo- little of Oakland, said drainage and land- scape improvements would also be made to the site, including repairing the retaining wall area and patio. Testimony on the application will con- tinue at the zoning board’s next meeting on April 9. Town seeks new patrolman Midland Park is again searching for a new police officer to bring the ranks up to full force. The department’s newest recruit, Matthew Lombardo, who was hired last July, resigned last month to take a job with the Mahwah Police Department. Police Chief Michael Marra said he has received more than 50 applications thus far to fill the vacancy. The deadline is March 25 and applicants who are not police acad- emy graduates as well as those who are, are welcome to apply. The starting salary for the position as per the police contract is $32,000. Midland Park had sent Lombardo through 22 weeks of training at the Bergen County Police Academy, so the Mahwah Police Department is now liable to Midland Park for costs related to hiring, including physical examination and training. Marra said those expenses amount to more than $17,000. Marra said the department’s person- nel committee, comprised of himself, the lieutenant and four sergeants would review all applications and recommend five to the borough council, which would conduct interviews and make the final decision on the hiring. The department now has 13 offi- cers, including the chief. ‘Operation Take Back’ announced On Saturday, April 26, the Midland Park Police Department, along with police departments throughout New Jersey, will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Operation Take Back initiative. This program provides the public with the opportunity to rid their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription and over-the-counter drugs in a responsible and ecologically safe manner. Midland Park police will collect the unwanted drugs at police headquarters, 280 Godwin Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Syringes and other sharp instruments cannot be accepted. What a great feeling! Harpist Nina Rubin lets a member of the Midland Park Branch of the Valley Hospital Auxiliary feel the vibration of the harp strings during a recent demonstration. Rubin spoke at a recent branch meeting about the benefits of harp therapy and shared some of the experiences she has had while playing at the Valley Hospital. She also played some music and read poems she has written based on her experiences. The branch is busy preparing for its 45 th Annual Fashion Show & Luncheon, scheduled for April 29 at the Brownstone. For ticket information, call JoAnn Levine at (201) 370-9891 or e-mail joanncotzlevine@optonline.net. Page 10 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 Dos and don’ts for college admissions interviews When college application time arrives, most teens have taken the SAT or ACT, kept up their grades, written an essay, and completed all the forms. There is one more piece to the college admissions puzzle that could potentially gain your teen the acceptance he or she seeks: the college admis- sions interview. “Not all colleges require a college admissions interview, but many of the competitive institutions do, as do some colleges’ departments or schools that require secondary admission,” said Eileen Huntington of Huntington Learn- ing Center. “The admissions interview intimidates many prospective students, but we encourage them to approach this as an opportunity to put a face to a name, make a good impression and articulate face-to-face why they would be a great student at the college.” Huntington offers a few tips to students as they prepare for the college admissions interview: Do spend time reflecting on yourself as a candidate for admission. The interviewer might want to learn more about your reasons for wanting to attend the college and the com- ponents of your background that would make you an ideal fit. There are no wrong answers in an admissions interview, since the interviewer simply wants to get to know you better. However, the more you prepare, the more polished you will come across. Don’t present yourself as someone different than the real you. While you might feel tempted to embellish your résumé or act in a way you think might impress the interviewer, it is better to be honest about who you are and what you have to offer. That may even mean discussing lessons you have learned from challenges or failures. Do act professionally. Treat the admissions interview as a chance to share your goals, educational journey, future plans, and excitement about the college. Although the inter- viewer wants you to feel comfortable, treat this interview as you would a job interview. Come ready to answer a variety of questions about yourself in a direct and clear way. Don’t be aloof or too casual. Avoid cracking jokes, using inappropriate language, or sharing too much personal infor- mation. Relax and be yourself, but remember that this is still an interview for college admission. Do be prepared to ask questions. There is a good chance you will be asked if you have any questions. Do your research about the college and the program or programs in which you are interested and develop a list of questions before your interview. Have them ready just in case. Don’t waste valuable interview time asking about things you could learn elsewhere. While there may be time allot- ted for questions, choose those questions wisely. You could easily find out about the admissions process and extracur- ricular activities on the college’s website. “The admissions interview is a great opportunity and should not be a source of anxiety,” Huntington reminds students. “Look on the college’s website for any interview guidelines or tips, spend time preparing for the interview, and most important, put your very best foot forward.” For more tips about effective interviewing, admissions success, and more, contact Huntington Learning Center at 1-800 CAN LEARN or visit Huntington’s Resource Library at http://huntingtonhelps.com/resource/library. Founded in 1977, Huntington is a pioneer and leader in the tutoring industry. Huntington has provided quality instruction to hundreds of thousands of students and prides itself on being “Your Tutoring Solution” for students in all grades and subjects. Huntington tutors in reading, phonics, study skills, and advanced math and science subjects ranging from algebra through calculus and general science through physics. Students also count on Huntington to help them prepare for state and standardized entrance exams, such as high school entrance exams, and the SAT and ACT. Learn more about Huntington at www.huntingtonhelps.com. March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 11 Stick with school: Graduates earn many beneﬁts Graduation ceremonies and other events that mark the end of a school year are rife with tradition. Students know it is important to receive their diplomas, but may not have a full understanding of why that piece of paper can help open so many doors. Diplomas date back to some of the ear- liest schools, but were also conferred upon land owners in ancient times by kings and other authority figures. Some military per- sonnel were also given diplomas to signal land grants that were not subject to taxes. Today, diplomas have a different meaning and vary depending on where one lives in the world. Graduates who complete a specific course of study are issued diplomas. Diplomas were once written on Italian sheepskin. Although “diploma” translates to “folded papers,” paper was not always an economically viable medium for diplo- mas. In fact, animal skins were used as recently as the 1950s. Receiving a degree or diploma can be a point of pride in families where older members may not have had the same edu- cational opportunities as younger mem- bers. Many people move to North America for the educational opportunities, and a diploma can symbolize taking advantage of those opportunities. According to the organization Do Some- thing, roughly 20 percent of first-time col- lege students come from parents who have a high school diploma or less. The United States Department of Education says high school graduation rates have increased since the 2006-07 school year. Around 80 percent of student who enter high school now earn a regular or advanced diploma. Dropout rates are on the decline, and a growing number of high school students continue on to two- or four-year degrees. In Canada, the numbers are quite simi- lar. Canada is second only to the United States in the high school completion rate of its working-age population. Statistics Canada says that enrollment in Canadian universities continues to increase. Enroll- ments are now approximately five percent larger than they were just a few years ago. Community colleges are benefitting from this influx of students. Various sta- tistics from the 2010-11 year point to more than eight million American students enrolled in community colleges at that time. Community colleges enable students to take core curriculum credits at a less expensive institution and then move on to a four-year school later on to expand on their coursework. This presents a viable option to students who are looking to keep education costs manageable. The reason so many students continue to apply themselves and come out after four or more years with diplomas and degrees is that they realize how competi- tive the job market can be. Graduates have a distinct advantage over other candidates. Some companies will not even consider a job candidate who does not possess some college education. Other employers pay more depending on the level of education (continued on page 23) Page 12 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 Boycotts could really work Let us all cheer the frantic concern that has been stirred up as Russia seems poised to take over the Crimea and threaten the Ukraine. Let us all boycott Russian products! This should be easy. Most Russian exports are based on cruelty to animals or excessive alcohol content. Stop eating caviar ripped from the bellies of pregnant sturgeon. Stop wearing sable, which is the skins of animals put to death in a cruel manner. Stop drinking Russian vodka, which is much too strong for the liver. Of course boycotts will not do us a bit of good. Putin is trying to act tough in the Ukraine because, as is the case in most Eastern European economies, he cannot get his act together at home. The Russian economy is a flop because it sustained itself on boundless militarism and Russian and Ukrainian and Uzbek kids who had to roam the world beat- ing people up under orders from Moscow got tired of being hated, as they still are. My wife once had a pen pal whose husband, who worked a part-time job as a circus fire eater named Wotan Wahn- sinn -- Crazy Wotan -- was a reservist in the East German Army. Every time the Czechs became unruly, his DDR reserve unit was called up to scare them. When my daughter visited Prague, the Czech police arrested some freshmen for bad actions in the subway. The Princeton Glee Club manager tried to reason with in Eng- lish. They sneered at him. My daughter told them in German that they would be in big trouble if they did not release the men in custody. The Czech police froze and stood at atten- tion as the American kids escaped. You cannot make this stuff up. The DDR is long gone. The memory remains. The Scandinavians, Germans, French, and Dutch are able to make their economies work. The rest of the Euro- pean countries cannot seem to do this and they continue to drag the functional countries down in the hope that the German dynamo and the French and Dutch mini-dynamos will enable them to pay their bureaucrats for work that never gets done. This will not happen. A guy I need to do some research for me in Hamburg suggested Euros. I offered him dollars. He is now one of my spies. The nations that cannot make their economies work fall back on their possession of the moral high ground. America, Britain, and the Soviet Union won World War II! When I was still a very young man, I read a French school textbook I bought at the New York World’s Fair that blandly reported that France won the war with the help of help of her allies. This is, of course, true. The French lost about 200,000 sol- diers, while the Americans lost about 400,000, and the Rus- sians -- who started the war through their agreement with Hitler to carve up Poland -- lost about 21,000,000. They also lost their shot at taking over the world, when the Ger- mans wiped out most of their army, but never mind that. The Germans are expected to go on paying for the Holocaust, and the Dutch and the French for their colonial empires. In the heyday of their colonialism, the French and the Dutch virtually guaranteed every colonial officer or bureaucrat a slave girl from the local population, to be replaced as she started to show her age. Most of the French and Dutch wives put up with it because, in those days, women did not work outside the home and they were better off socially being married to a man with revolving concu- bines than a nobody who fell back on his wife or daughters as collateral. When the Japanese assaulted, and in some cases mur- dered, hapless Dutch women, the Indonesians laughed. Sukarno, the Indonesian dictator, married a Japanese bar hostess and elevated her as his primary wife. Could he have been sending us a message about several generations of institutionalized rape by the Dutch and not the Japanese? It was payback time. When the Japanese engaged in the same sort of com- merce in Korea and Taiwan, they were branded as mon- sters by ignorant politicians along the Hudson River and in Bergen County. The British in Shanghai and Hong Kong got rich in the same business as the landlords of brothels where Chinese slave girls as young as 12 or 13 toiled to make their owners rich, but the landlords and administra- tors were not only white, but spoke English, and thus could do no wrong. When the Japanese recruited angry Han Chinese patri- ots to throw the “white faces” (the British) and the “red beards” (the Russians) out of China, they cut Nationalist China in half with the help of millions of Chinese. Gen- eral Joseph Stilwell and General Clair Chennault tried to stop them. They failed miserably and got a lot of brave Chi- nese and some Americans killed. This was called “Opera- tion Ichi-Go.” The Japanese literally cut mainland China almost in half with the help of a million or more Chinese who hated our wonderful Russian and British allies even more than they hated the Japanese. Look it up. We need to know this stuff about world events and the background of this stuff for the sake of our grandchildren. We do not need to fight World War II over again and maybe lose this time to make the old guys feel better. If we try, we will lose the ground wars in detail. Russian soldiers generally fight with the knowledge that the Battle Police will shoot anybody who does not perform. The Russians reject homosexual soldiers, and when possible, kill them. Women are not accepted as members of combat troops. The Russian Army is an effective killing machine. U.S. soldiers get psychiatric referrals and a medical dis- charge if they cannot cut it. They do not get a rock in the face and a knife in the belly if they turn out to out to be gay as they do in the Russian Army, though they some- times get shot and listed as combat dead to comfort their bereaved families. The U.S. Army is an effective Affirma- tive Action program for people who cannot get it right in the mainstream society they defend. Control of air space wins battles for us. What we really we need to do is not get involved in a shoot-out, which will certainly get peoples’ attention, but might not work out well for us. Sodden clods may think that the good old USA can take anybody, any time, anywhere. Their knowledge of military history is subjective. The Rus- sians faced off with the Wehrmacht for four years in the 1940s when both sides generally shot their prisoners. They suffered huge losses, but they won. Check out the photo- graphs of the U.S. 106th Division marching to the rear with their hands up at the Battle of the Bulge after they surren- dered without a fight. Check out the Germans, who expect to die in the next few days, leaning down from their tanks and half-tracks and laughing at the Americans. Europeans have seen these newsreels. American spent 10 years in Vietnam and came out with a split decision. We are now doing the same in the Middle East. We do not want to get involved in a land war in Europe. The best bet is to make the Russians understand that an attack on the sovereignty of the Ukraine will lead to mas- sive boycotts of any Russian products sold outside Russia. Our economic power may be able to convince the Russians that the United States is not about to roll over and play dead if the Russians attempt to take over the Ukraine, where they are manifestly not wanted by the vast majority of the people. The time to use The Bomb is not yet here. The time to tell the Russians where to get off is definitely here. The answer, however, is not The Bomb. I grew up wait- ing for New York City to blow up and was elated when the Soviet Union finally collapsed. We do not need to see those days again. What Russian product can you do with- out? All of them? Go for it, but remember this: The single greatest problem the world faces today is not the African slave trade, the destruction of the American Indian, the Armenian Holocaust, the Jewish Holocaust, the Rwandan Holocaust, the Korean comfort women, or the abuse of the Palestinians. The single greatest problem of the world today is that the Russians have a surplus of missiles and tanks that would probably work and an economy that does not work. We need to deal with that first and deal with everything else afterwards. Franklin Lakes Scribe Board of education to meet The Franklin Lakes Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, March 25 at 8 p.m. The meeting will be held in the music room at Franklin Lakes Middle School, 755 Franklin Avenue in Franklin Lakes. The public is invited. Computer classes available The Franklin Lakes Library will host a computer class for beginners on April 2, 4, 9, and 11at 11 a.m. Learn how to use a personal computer, navigate the Web, search for information, create documents, and use e-mail. Partici- pants must be able to commit to all four classes. Experience is not required. On April 17, learn to use the Morningstar Investment Center. This online research program provides compre- hensive financial information about the New York Stock Exchange, American Stock Exchange, and NASDAQ stocks. Registration for both programs is under way for Franklin Lakes residents. Non-residents will be put on a waiting list and contacted if space is available. To register, call (201) 891-2224, extension 106. The library is located at 470 DeKorte Drive. Closing reception announced The Gallery at the High Mountain Presbyterian Church in Franklin Lakes will host a March 29 closing reception for its month-long retrospective on Cornelia Baker. The public is invited from 3 to 5 p.m. Refreshments will be served. The exhibit includes works created over the course of Baker’s career, including monotypes, serigraphs, paint- ings on canvas, and giclée prints on paper and canvas. All exhibited work is priced for sale. Baker, a Franklin Lakes resident for 50 years, worked out of her home studio and at the Art Center of Northern Jersey. She was inspired by everyday objects found around her home and immediate surroundings and the architecture she encountered in her travels. Located at 730 Franklin Lake Road in Franklin Lakes, the gallery is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Library hosts programs for adults Two programs for adults will be presented at the Frank- lin Lakes Library on April 1. Seating for the free programs will be provided on a first come, first served basis. For start times and other information, call (201) 891-2224. The library is located at 470 DeKorte Drive. Zelda Cutler, a former photographer for “The New York Times” and “Newsweek,” will present a slide show featuring the artistry of internationally-known photogra- phers Henri Cartier-Bresson, Margaret Bourke-White, and Roman Vishniac. “Photography: A Window to the World” will include information about these photographers’ back- grounds and techniques. Learn how to prepare a resume as Paula Rueger presents “Get to Work Resumes.” Rueger, a certified professional resume writer, will provide guidance on how to prepare a resume in this challenging hiring environment. She has experience helping people at all career stages. Dorney presents children’s art program The Franklin Lakes Public Library invites children in grades three and up to “Art Kids Rule” on Thursday, March 27 at 4 p.m. Brandon Dorney of Arts Kids Academy will present this interactive art experience. Attendees will dis- cover the waterscapes of Claude Monet and create a mas- terpiece of their own. This program is for Franklin Lakes residents. Registration may be completed by calling (201) 891-2224 or by visiting the library at 470 DeKorte Drive during regular hours. March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 13 Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 F CUS on WALDWICK Businesses LynnAnn and Jeff Miller of The Learning Experience Jeff the community’s L The ynnAnn and were Academy Miller of in invite Early the Education. schools before youngest opening residents TLE ﬁve to years The Learning Jeff Experience Millers teachers public ago. taught special education and math, while LynnAnn worked as a reading specialist and holds master’s degrees in reading and educational leadership. LynnAnn also chairs TLE’s company-wide Curriculum Committee. This unique academy of early educa- tion for children six weeks and up fea- tures the proprietary Learning Experience Academic Program – L.E.A.P. – which includes sign language, technology, phi- lanthropy, manners and etiquette, and physical ﬁtness. Each month, students are introduced to a word that focuses on an aspect of philanthropy and participate in good deeds. Recently, the children created original works of art and had them com- piled into a book that was auctioned off. The proceeds were donated to a class- Students at The Learning Experience mate in need. TLE’s certiﬁed teachers use next gen- eration L.E.A.P. interactive boards with touch technology. Students complete assignments on screen, take virtual trips, and interact with books from Bubbles’ Reading Corner. Bub- bles the blue elephant reads to them, and books come alive. Company-wide, 90 percent of children who attend TLE and take part in TLE’s Fun with Phonics reading program are reading by the time they enter kindergarten. Children also receive a view into world cultures: The current feature is “L.E.A.P. into Mandarin.” Enrichment programs, which are available at no extra cost, include Super Soccer, Yipee for Yoga, Suddenly Science, Marvelous Math, Music 4 Me, and Talent Sprouts. TLE students in K-5 have access to transportation to and from local schools, home- work help, snacks and lunch, two outdoor playgrounds, and two indoor play areas: Make Believe Boulevard and Celebration Station. Each summer, Camp TLE is offered to children from age two through grade ﬁve. Partici- pants enjoy ﬁeld trips and instruction in swimming, sports, performing arts, arts & crafts, and music and movement. The Learning Experience is located at 132 Hopper Avenue in Waldwick. Hours are 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. weekdays. For details, call (201) 445-6091. Creations by Christine Events founder Christine Figliuolo uses her planning skills to help those less fortunate W hen Christine Figliuolo started her wed- ding and special events planning com- pany in 1994, her goal was to provide clients with superior, stress-free service. Now, 20 years and hundreds of weddings and social events later, Christine is parlaying her planning skills into events that give back to Bergen County communities. As past president of the Waldwick Chamber of Commerce, an active Bergen County resident, and a successful entrepreneur, Christine has put together events to raise money for local causes in need of funding and exposure. In 2007, she orga- nized the ﬁrst Waldwick 5K Run, an event that has grown from a few dozen participants to over 800 runners from around the state. The funds raised have been donated to local town/school organiza- tions and heart-related charities. Christine has also volunteered her time to coor- Christine Figliuolo dinate the “Behind the Seams” fashion show for Eva’s Village, a non-proﬁt organization that helps feed and shelter the homeless. Since its inception, Behind the Seams has grown tremendously. It is now a tented high-end show that attracts over 300 guests. Behind the Seams will be celebrating its ﬁfth year this May, and the CBC Event team will be there once again to assist in producing this ben- eﬁt. Recently, Christine and a team of volunteers organized the ﬁrst Disco Dance Charity event to raise awareness and funds for Shelter Our Sisters, the not-for-proﬁt domestic vio- lence prevention organization based in Hackensack. Over 300 guests attended and $3,500 was donated to SOS. The second annual event is scheduled for Oct. 10. Christine has leveraged her planning skills and enlists her service providers to coor- dinate special events. This winning combination is the key to her success. She not only personiﬁes the entrepreneurial spirit so evident in the women of Bergen County, but her willingness to pay it forward will hopefully inspire others to do the same. Contact Christine at (201) 447-5449. Visit online at www.cbcevents.com for more infor- mation about Creations by Christine Events. Achieve Sports Medicine & Rehab Valley Acupuncture and Wellness chieve and that has A for pational the Sports last therapy 14 Medicine clinic Owners Rehab, been LLC, helping a family area owned residents physical achieve and occu- their Center has a Treatment Plan for You goals years. W Carla DiFelice-Sica and Richard Sica, a dedicated husband and wife team, have locations at both 668 Wyckoff Avenue in Wyckoff and 168 Franklin Avenue in Waldwick for their clients’ convenience. Clients include those who have had joint replacement surgery, indi- viduals with chronic arthritis, and people who are recovering from sports injuries, stroke, and other physical challenges. Each client receives an individualized treatment plan and care from one of Achieve’s experienced physical therapists. In addition to Rich and Carla, Achieve’s staff of physical therapists includes Sue Gjini, Sang E. Lee, Eileen McAuley and Mark Takach. Lisa Sanno is ofﬁce manager of the Wyckoff facility, while Joelle Holzli is the ofﬁce manager of the Waldwick location. Achieve Sports Medicine was built on the simple idea that the patient’s care is the most important thing. Achieve is committed to providing client-centered care with a family touch. Achieve works with all insurance providers. To learn more, call the Wyckoff facility at (201) 891-0411 or Waldwick at (201) 493-7440. Richard and Carla Sica working with clients elcome to Valley Acupuncture and Wellness Center, conveniently located in the Franklin Professional Building at 171 Franklin Turnpike in Waldwick. At Valley Acu- puncture, Mary Capaci, MD, CA and Cara Galorenzo, LAc MSTOM provide a safe haven using acupuncture and natural medicine. While integrating ancient knowledge from the East, they treat modern day ailments of the West. Valley Acupuncture and Wellness Center’s professionals focus on the root of the prob- lem in order to relieve any pain or symptoms naturally. They strive to provide quality, holistic health care by customizing treatments for each individual. Safe and effective modalities such as acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, home- opathy, cupping therapy, moxibustion, electrical stimulation, and nutritional counseling are used depending on the patient’s needs. Together, acupuncture and modern medi- cine can restore balance, promote health, and prevent future illness. The National Institutes of Health and the World Health Organization rec- Valley Acupuncture and Wellness Center ognize acupuncture as an effective modality for a wide variety of problems including: ��Addiction ��Anxiety ��Arthritis ��Back Pain ��Carpal Tunnel Syndrome ��Chronic Fatigue ��Digestive Disorders ��Dental Pain ��Depression ��Infertility ��Insomnia ��Menopause ��Menstrual Irregularities ��Migraines ��Pain ��PMS ��Psychological Disorders ��Sciatica ��Shoulder Pain ��Sinusitis ��Smoking Cessation ��Sports Injuries ��Stress ��TMJ ��Weight Loss For more information, including insurance coverage and special Medicare rates, call Valley Acupuncture and Wellness Center at (201)-857-2900. March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 15 CUS on WALDWICK Businesses Randy’s gets it right the ﬁrst time Get In Shape For Women F ince June 2010, For S the area cantly and opening is due a to Top in increasing Ranked demand Get studio In for Shape nationwide. Women The weight studio has loss grown offers solutions signiﬁ- small in customized 10 group personal train- ing for women in a private upscale studio located at 140 Franklin Turnpike in Waldwick. Owner Ed Nelson says the women who join Get In Shape are extremely dedicated to losing weight and getting ﬁt and healthy. At Get In Shape, the premise is simple: One personal trainer works with up to four women at a time Waldwick Studio clients with manager/trainer Jayne Drew during each one-hour session consisting of weight training and cardio, plus supportive nutrition for a complete train- ing program. The comprehensive branded four-part transformation model, encompassing weight training, cardio, nutrition support, and accountability, is focused entirely on results. Holding clients accountable to someone other than themselves is what sets Get In Shape For Women apart from other personal training and ﬁtness pro- grams. Personal trainers help clients set an achievable goal and then hold them responsible for reaching it, with weight checked every week and body fat once a month. The studio offers a unique positive and friendly atmosphere, where women are made to feel comfortable and enjoy working with the other women in their group supporting each other through their journey. Call (201) 207-8590 for a free session and to learn more about the program. Additional information is also available online at www.getinshapeforwomen. com. Dr. Belov joins established Waldwick practice D r. Khatuna “Katy” Belov joined Beverly Dunn, M.D., Ph. D. in the practice of primary care and internal medicine located at 61 Crescent Avenue, Suite A, in Waldwick (behind the 7-11 store). The practice has been acquired by the Valley Health System to ensure that patients residing in the community have access to quality medical care now and in the future. Dr. Belov, a Wyckoff resident, cares for the local community by providing medi- cal diagnosis and treatment of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes; annual physical exams; vaccines; women’s health services, including contraception; screenings for cancer; and other health services for adults and children over 11 years. A board certiﬁed family physician with more than 15 years in the ﬁeld of medi- cine, Dr. Belov is a graduate of Tbilisi State Medical University, Rep. of Georgia, with a combined college degree and doctor of medicine degree. In 1994, she received an Dr. Belov award from the university for Outstanding Thesis in Human Physiology. Dr. Belov arrived in the US in 1994 to continue her training and served as a research fellow at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. She was awarded a W.F. Keck grant for research on free electron laser use for faster wound healing. She completed a postdoctoral research fellowship at Columbia University in New York City and residency training in family medicine at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center. She was chosen to deliver the graduation speech to her fellow family practice residents. Since 2006, prior to joining the Valley Health System, Dr. Belov cared for patients in Garﬁeld. Dr. Belov has received the physician’s recognition award from Horizon NJ Health for providing health care services that signiﬁcantly improved the quality of life for Horizon’s members. She has trained and supervised nurse practitioners and she has been using elec- tronic medical records since 2011. To make an appointment with Dr. Belov, call (201) 445-0033. Most health insurance plans are accepted. R andy’s Auto Repair at 11 Crescent Avenue in Waldwick provides complete auto repair service for foreign and domestic cars. It also has fast, friendly pump service, and air for the tires is free. Randy Mayo has been in the auto repair business for more than 40 years, opening the Waldwick station seven years ago after run- ning similar operations in Midland Park for 15 years and in Ho-Ho-Kus for more than 20 years. His motto is simple: Treat the customer right so he or she comes back again and again. Be fair, and you’ll be around for a lot of years. Get it right the ﬁrst time. Keep customer prices low. Owner Randy Mayo Pride in his work and his concern for custom- ers have served him well over the years and are apparent in the way he keeps his station, always neat and clean and decorated with beautiful ﬂow- ers. Randy, who is ASE-certiﬁed, specializes in exhaust systems and air con- ditioning service on all makes and models. He also does a brisk business in tires and batteries because of his prices and excellent service. All major credit cards are accepted. The repair shop is open Mon-Fri 8-6, Sat. 8-noon. The pumps are open Mon-Fri 6:30-8; Sat 7-8; and Sun 9-5. Call (201) 445-2722 to get your car in shape. � �� Page 16 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 Obituaries Kathryn Farnsworth Kathryn Farnsworth, nee Micklewright, of Oberlin, Ohio, formerly of Franklin Lakes and Englewood, died March 12. She was 90. She was a 1944 graduate of Oberlin College. In 1975, she received a master’s degree in library science. She taught kindergarten, and was a children’s librarian and a professional storyteller. She taught storytelling at Bank Street College in New York and at Rutgers University. She founded the storytelling program at Van Saun Park in Para- mus, and was a frequent storyteller at the Hans Christian Andersen statue in Central Park. She was a former member of First Presbyterian Church in Englewood, and a member of First Church in Oberlin, Ohio. She is survived by her children Ann Farnsworth and James Farnsworth, both of Scarsdale, New York; John Farnsworth of Brewster, Mas- sachusetts; and William Farnsworth of Melrose, Massachu- setts. She is also survived by eight grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Charles Farnsworth and her siblings Robert Micklewright and Elizabeth Micklewright Porter. Arrangements were made by Dicken Funeral Home in Elyria, Ohio. Memorial donations may be made to Ste- vens Staff Education Fund, 600 Kendal Drive, Oberlin, OH 44074 or Hans Christian Andersen Storytelling Center, Inc. at http://hcastorycenter.org/support.html. A memorial service will be held April 28 at 11 a.m. at the First Presby- terian Church of Englewood. Richard M. Hannaﬁn Richard M. Hannafin of South Orleans, Massachusetts died March 12. He was 73. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War. He graduated from Ridgewood High School in 1959 and from Manhattan College in 1967. He worked for over 40 years in the financial services indus- try as an officer for banking institutions including Chase Manhattan Bank and Citibank. He later established RMH Associates, Inc., a marketing and consulting firm based in New York, New York and Newport, Rhode Island. He is survived by his wife Claire Schoeppler Hannafin and his daughter Meghan Kovelsky. He is also survived by one granddaughter. He was predeceased by his sister Maura Ott. Arrangements were made by Nickerson Funeral Home in Orleans, Massachusetts. Memorial donations may be made to Cape Cod VNA/Hospice, Wounded Warriors, or a charity of choice. Jay Hunter Herdling Jay Hunter Herdling of Mahwah, formerly of Chatham and New Providence, died March 15. He was 79. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He was a graduate of Chatham High School in 1952, Southern Methodist University in 1956 and Newark College of Engineering in 1966. He was employed by the Okonite Wire and Cable Company in Ramsey for the past 50 years as director of customer service. He is sur- vived by his wife Joan and his children Diane and Glenn. He is also survived by two grandchildren. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202 or the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc., 2 Shelter Lane, Oakland, NJ 07436. William C. Lange William C. Lange of Allendale, formerly of Upper Saddle River and Montauk, New York, died March 18. He was 87. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. He was an architectural designer in North Jersey. He was an Eagle Scout and Sea Scout. He is survived by his children Dr. David J. Lange, Susan Spencer, and Carol Tatosian. He is also survived by five grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Dorothy G. Lange. Arrangements were made by Van Emburgh-Sneider-Pernice Funeral Home in Ramsey. Joseph G. Miller Joseph G. Miller of Hewitt, formerly of Wyckoff, died March 14. He was 86. He served in the U.S. Army National Guard as a first lieutenant and company commander. Before retiring in 1996, he was a physical plant manager for Arrow Group Industries in Haskell for 28 years. He was a former member of the Greenwood Lake Fire Department and a member of the Model A Ford Club of New Jersey. He is survived by his wife Carol R. (nee Grant) and his sons William J. of Harrington Park and Kevin G. of Ridgewood. He is also survived by four grandchildren. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to Villa Marie Claire, 12 West Saddle River Road, Saddle River, NJ 07458. Takashi ‘Tak’ Urabe Takashi “Tak” Urabe of Mahwah has died. He was 77. He was born in Hiroshima, Japan and also lived in Hawaii, Toronto, Canada, and New Jersey, moving to Bergen County in 1985. His career at Panasonic spanned four decades, and his role as an executive enabled him to see the world. He is survived by his wife Sadako “Dako” Urabe, five children, and 10 grandchildren. Arrangements were made by Van Emburgh-Sneider-Pernice Funeral Home in Ramsey. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 5 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 15 Shuart Lane in Ramsey. Pauline Van Beekum Pauline Van Beekum of North Haledon, formerly of Midland Park, died March 14. She was 96. She was a member of the Midland Park Christian Reformed Church where she was a Calvinette leader and attended Ruth Circle and the Thursday morning quilters’ group. She is survived by her children John Van Beekum and Linda Baker. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and 13 great- grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband John. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Legacy Fund of the Midland Park Christian Reformed Church, 183 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park, NJ 07432. Shared service agreements eyed by Jennifer Crusco Last week, Ho-Ho-Kus Borough Administrator Don Cirulli advised the governing body that he expects to have two new interlocal agreements – one with Waldwick and another with Midland Park -- in place in the near future. “We’re preparing to make a joint purchase with the Bor- ough of Waldwick of a four-ton asphalt hot patcher trailer, commonly referred to as a ‘hot box,’ used to make small street repairs and to fill potholes,” Cirulli told the Ho- Ho-Kus Council. “We will share equally the cost of about $36,000.” After the meeting, Waldwick Borough Administrator Gary Kratz told Villadom TIMES the request for the “hot box” had come from both municipalities’ departments of public works. “It’s a piece of equipment that won’t be used every day, and is expensive for part-time use, but sharing makes the numbers work,” Kratz commented. He explained that DPW employees must drive to a local asphalt plant to pick up hot asphalt for road repairs. “Asphalt should be put down hot, but in transit, it cools down, and some of it becomes non-usable,” Kratz said. The trailer will keep the asphalt hot until it arrives on site, reducing waste related to product that is too cool to use, he said. He pointed out that hot asphalt adheres better, which will further cut costs as there should be fewer re-patching jobs. Kratz said the cost of the trailer, which now includes some modifications, could be closer to $14,850 for each of the two towns involved. Cirulli also told the Ho-Ho-Kus Council that he is work- ing on the details of an interlocal agreement with the Mid- land Park Board of Education through which the board would purchase gasoline and diesel oil from Ho-Ho-Kus. Ho-Ho-Kus now has a similar agreement with the Borough of Midland Park. A Midland Park school official who was asked to com- ment declined to do so until a formal proposal is presented to the full board for approval. Cirulli also reported that the borough’s construction department will soon have a major software upgrade. “The software currently being used, known as Road Runner, is rather antiquated and it does not provide the reports now required by the state,” Cirulli said. “This new software system from Mitchell Humphry will further improve the quality of the work now being done between Ho-Ho-Kus and Midland Park since we established our interlocal agreement.” Cirulli was referring to the Jan. 1 merger of the Ho-Ho-Kus and Midland Park construction departments. That shared service agreement covers build- ing, construction, fire, plumbing, and electrical services. The pact will extend through Dec. 31, 2016, and will be subject to amendment and renewal. Ho-Ho-Kus expects to save more than $100,000 per year under the merger, as Ho-Ho-Kus no longer needs to employ a construction official or the various inspectors and sub- code officials. As the lead agency, Midland Park provides the construc- tion official and all inspectors and sub-code officials for both municipalities. Ho-Ho-Kus retained its zoning offi- cial, property maintenance official, fire official, fire pre- vention official, and fire inspector. Ho-Ho-Kus still maintains a basic construction depart- ment, which initiates permits and other paperwork, and maintains related files. “At a later date, we will be able to add our tax assessor, property maintenance official, planning board, and zoning board to the network,” Cirulli added. “Additionally, our construction department inspectors in the field will be able to tie in through the use of tablets.” Cirulli told Villadom TIMES this upgrade would cost approximately $15,350, which includes the software, train- ing, installation, and licensing. He said the new software would be in place in the coming weeks. Ho-Ho-Kus and Waldwick now share leaf grinding and trucking services (which constitute two interlocal agree- ments) and the Well Baby Clinic, which is a childhood immunization program. Ho-Ho-Kus and Bergen County share the Social Services programs. Ho-Ho-Kus and (continued on page 17) March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 17 Park Windmill Chamber hosts luncheon meeting The Midland Park Chamber of Commerce will meet April 3 at Rosario’s, 29 Central Avenue in the borough’s Wortendyke section. The luncheon will be held from 12:30 to 2 p.m. The cost is $15 per person. RSVP to Lisa Plasse at flute76@aol.com by March 31. Payment will be accepted at the door. Learn about ‘Unique Creatures’ The Midland Park Memorial Library, located at 250 Godwin Avenue, invites children of all ages to “Unique Creatures” on Saturday, April 5 at 3 p.m. This interactive educational program will feature an array of live animals. Participants will see and learn about unique animals from around the world. Tickets are available at the library. For more information, call (201) 444-2390. Wellness workshop announced Family Hair Care, located at 222 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park, will host “Wellness 101: Learn How to Live Better Longer!” on Wednesday, March 26 at 7 p.m. Evidence indicates that many diseases are preventable through lifestyle changes. Learn the latest information about staying well and choosing the right supplements for the desired results. To reserve a seat, call (201) 652-8130 or e-mail emmyfhc@optimum.net. Space is limited. Register for soccer Online registration for the Midland Park Soccer Association’s fall season will begin April 1 and continue through May 31. Visit www.midlandparksoccer.com. The fee for the in-town clinic open to children in kin- dergarten and first grade is $65. The in-town program open to students in grades two through nine is $75. The cost to join the travel league is $90. The fee for students playing in both programs is $100. A $10 discount is avail- able for those who register before April 15. Family fees Services (continued from page 16) Ridgewood have agreements that cover bacteriological analysis of the water supply, provide an Adult Health Clinic, and allow Ho-Ho-Kus residents to use Ridgewood’s Graydon Pool swimming facilities. Ho-Ho-Kus shares a tax assessor and recreation department director with Upper Saddle River, a municipal court administra- tor with Allendale, and a health officer with MPHS announces YouTube Channel The broadcasting classes at Midland Park High School have launched their own YouTube Channel, which will be the online home for original videos cre- ated by students in Broadcasting I and II. With YouTube, the entire Midland Park community will have instant access to videos such as sports high- lights, pep rallies, holiday celebrations, interviews, and much more. The new channel will also include some archival footage for alumni to enjoy for years to come. Videos that are now only available to the students during Friday homeroom announcements, and to the community during limited runs on MPTV, will soon be just a click away. Viewers are invited to visit http:// www.youtube.com/user/midlandparkhs. Midland Park High School is joining several area are capped at $225. A late fee of $20 will be imposed on registrations received after May 31. The MPSA is a non-profit, volunteer-run organiza- tion committed to developing the soccer knowledge schools that are providing students with an innovative approach to their broadcasting classes. Local schools that host YouTube channels for their broadcasting classes include: Waldwick High School, http://www. youtube.com/user/WaldwickHS; Ridgewood High School, http://www.youtube.com/user/Ridgewood- Film; Indian Hills High School, http://www.youtube. com/user/IHTN1; Paramus Catholic, http://www.you- tube.com/user/paramusc; New Milford High School, http://www.youtube.com/user/nmhsgreenwavetv; Bergen Catholic High School, http://www.youtube. com/user/BergenCatholic1955; Hoboken High School, http://www.youtube.com/user/HobokenRedWings1 5?feature=watch; and Lakeview High School, http:// www.youtube.com/channel. and skill of all children residing or attending school in Midland Park, regardless of ability. For more infor- mation, contact Jennifer Triolo at (201) 444-6835 or midlandparksoccer@gmail.com. Borough Police Department Report On March 12, a 59-year-old borough man was arrested for driving while intoxicated after Officer Kenneth Junta was called to investigate a motor vehicle collision at Erie Avenue. Following field sobriety tests, the male was trans- ported to headquarters for processing. Summonses were issued for careless driving and DWI. The defendant was released into the custody of his son and is to appear in the Midland Park Municipal Court. Officers Kevin Van Dyk and Thomas Bedoe assisted in the investigation. Officer Mark Berninger arrested a 45-year-old Emer- son woman on outstanding warrants after a motor vehicle stop on March 14. The warrants, which amounted to $735, were issued from the municipal courts of Ho-Ho-Kus and Emerson. The woman was released on her own recogni- zance, and given a summons for driving while suspended. Fair Lawn. Paramus performs mechanical maintenance on fire trucks from Ho-Ho- Kus and is the public safety answering point for 911 calls emanating from Ho-Ho-Kus. Midland Park purchases gasoline and diesel fuel from Ho-Ho-Kus, and Midland Park’s construction department issues permits for Ho-Ho-Kus’ elected officials. Ho-Ho-Kus belongs to the Northwest Bergen Shared Services Group that handles street resurfac- ing contracts for the member municipalities, and the borough shares a school resource officer (Police Officer Sean Leonard) with the Ho-Ho-Kus Board of Education. Sergeant Gregory Kasbarian assisted. On March 16, Officer Berninger took a report from a Midland Park couple who stated they were victims of iden- tity theft. They reported their tax accountant informed them he was unable to e-file their tax return as someone had already filed a tax return in their names. The resi- dents were advised to contact their financial institutions and inform them of the incident. Officer Steven Vander Pyl arrested a 23-year-old Glen Rock man on outstanding warrants on March 19. The warrants, in the amount of $600, were issued from the Paterson and Paramus municipal courts. The defendant was transported to headquarters where the warrants were satisfied. A summons for driving while suspended was issued to the male. Sergeant Kasbarian assisted. Page 18 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 Anderson directs saga of loyalty in bygone era by Dennis Seuling “The Grand Budapest Hotel” is the newest film from Wes Anderson (“Rushmore,” “The Royal Tenenbaums,” “Moonrise Kingdom”), a director who marches to his own cinematic drummer. Set in the fictional former European republic of Zubrowka, the film is narrated by an author (Tom Wilkinson) as he recalls 1968, when his younger self (Jude Law) encounters mysterious multi- millionaire Zero Moustafa (F. Murray Abraham), who tells him the unusual story of the run-down title estab- lishment. Moustafa, who now owns the hotel, tells of its glory days in 1932 when he was a lobby boy and the hotel was run by his mentor, legendary concierge Gustave H. (Ralph Fiennes). Gustave is the perfect man for the job. Impeccably mannered and deferential to the guests, he nonetheless uses vulgar language and makes a habit of seducing the richest, and oldest, female clientele. That is how he became involved with Madame D. (Tilda Swinton), whose demise sets him on a quest for her considerable fortune, which includes a priceless painting entitled “Boy with Apple.” This sets the determined concierge on a collision course with the old woman’s son, Dmitri (Adrien Brody), and his thug underling (Willem Dafoe). “The Grand Budapest Hotel” has a surreal quality that underscores the fantastic tale. Establishing shots of the Gustave H. (Ralph Fiennes) instructs lobby boy Zero in the intricacies of serving the clientele in ‘The Grand Budapest Hotel.’ Alpine hotel and the funicular traveling up the steep hill are artful collages rather than traditional photography, a decision that doubtless was made to emphasize that this is no typical film with standard narrative. Anderson is great with visual composition. His images do not merely fur- ther the story; they become part of it. When the interiors of the hotel are shown in long shot, the magnificence of this legendary place is instantly realized. Fiennes, not known for comedy, is absolutely on target with his performance. His Gustave H. spouts florid lan- guage, says outlandish things with matter-of-fact non- chalance, and mentors his new lobby boy, Zero (Tony Revolori), in far more than the niceties of luxury hotel management. To say that Gustave is colorful would be an understatement; he is an original, but with touches of those pompous butlers in 1930s screwball comedies and a smattering of Groucho Marx for good measure. Gustave H. is an anachronism. Courtly and genteel, he harks back to an era well before he was born, and caters faultlessly to the desires of the rich. As the lobby boy, Revolori employs a deadpan expres- sion and quick, bird-like movements as he learns the ropes from his eccentric, prone-to-invective superior. The role does not have much dialogue, so he relies on these attri- butes and a silly penciled-on mustache to elicit giggles. The lobby boy follows Gustave on his rounds as he greets guests, reprimands employees, and accommodates his wealthy clientele. One of the joys of the movie is seeing well-known actors pop up. Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Jeff Gold- blum, Harvey Keitel, Saoirse Ronan, Jason Schwartzman, Owen Wilson, and Bob Balaban are all on hand in small roles as the tale of Gustave H. and his lobby boy unfolds. Many of these actors have worked with Anderson before. With “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” Anderson has crafted his most accessible movie. Though it is definitely quirky, it is very funny and has a solid plot revolving around the suspicious death of a rich old woman. The story within a story is reminiscent of “The Life of Pi” in that an older narrator describing events of an earlier time gives the picture a storybook feel. The audience is imme- diately drawn in. Viewers want to know Zero Moustafa’s background, and become an eager audience of a master- ful storyteller. Filled with Anderson’s tics and peculiari- ties, the movie is entertaining and enchanting. Rated R, “The Grand Budapest Hotel” is a richly detailed film that pays homage to such classic movies as “Grand Hotel” and the melodramas of Ernst Lubitsch, while offering an enjoyable excursion through Ander- son’s unique cinematic landscape. March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 19 Bogie’s ﬁnest ﬁlms included in new collection by Dennis Seuling “The Best of Bogart Collection” (Warner Home Video) is a bonus-packed assemblage of four movies that can truthfully be called “Bogie’s Best.” All are classics. “Casablanca” (1942), one of the most popular, most quoted films of all time, takes place in the title city during World War II. The plot revolves around a couple of letters of transit, an old flame unexpect- edly turning up, a corrupt police captain, and a villainous Nazi general. The excel- lent cast includes Ingrid Bergman, Claude Rains, Paul Henreid, Sydney Greenstreet, and Conrad Veidt. This is Bogart’s most famous picture and received a Best Picture Academy Award. Now in pristine Blu-ray, it has never looked better. Bonuses include commentary by Roger Ebert, additional scenes and outtakes, a vintage cartoon, and an introduction by Lauren Bacall. “The Maltese Falcon” (1941) focuses on (continued on Crossword page) Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn in ‘The African Queen,’ one of four Bogart films in a new Blu-ray set. Page 20 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 DVD releases (continued from Restaurant page) Sam Spade (Bogart), a partner in a private-eye firm who finds himself hounded by police when his partner is killed while tailing a man. The girl (Mary Astor) who hired him to follow the man turns out not to be who she says she is and is involved in an intrigue with a certain statue of a bird. This Maltese falcon is also the obsession of two shady charac- ters, Joel Cairo (Peter Lorre) and Kasper Gutman (Sydney Greenstreet). Bonuses include commentary by a Bogart biographer, a background featurette, a studio blooper reel, makeup tests, and three audio-only radio adaptations. “The Treasure of the Sierra Madre” (1948), has Bogie in Hollywood’s definitive action drama about the destruc- tive effects of greed, with an Academy Award-winning performance by Walter Huston. Extras include making-of featurettes, a profile of director John Huston, newsreels, classic cartoons, and a comedy short. The last film of the collection, “The African Queen” (1951) takes place in 1914. As the cantankerous, unkempt sailor Charlie Allnut, Bogart trades witty repartee with the outspoken sister of a missionary (Katharine Hepburn) aboard a rickety boat that they contrive to navigate through rough waters to do their part for the British war effort. A behind-the-scenes featurette chronicles the difficulties of shooting on location in Africa in an era when most motion pictures were shot in studios and back lots. “The Wolf of Wall Street” (Paramount) follows Jordan Belfort (Leonardo Di Caprio) as he works his way up to become a stockbroker on Wall Street. When the 1987 market crash puts him out of a job, he becomes adept at selling junk stocks that pay huge commissions. Jordan quickly makes a fortune. As he finds new and not entirely legal ways to make money, he meets Donnie Azoff (Jonah Hill), a guy eager to get rich no matter the means. Together, they create a mini-empire of brokers determined to reap financial rewards even at their clients’ expense. Di Caprio teams up with director Martin Scorsese for the fifth time in this movie. As in his previous role in “The Great Gatsby,” DiCaprio embodies the charm that is the cornerstone of his character’s financial success. 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You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you con- firm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecutive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted. Immacu- late Heart of Mary, Thank you for answering my prayers. mr Thank You St. Jude May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glori- fied, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day by the ninth day, your prayer will be answered. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude. js PLANNING ON DINING OUT? 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Publication underachiever who discovers he were has answered. 533 Thank you for via donations he fathered be promised. children My prayers made to you, a sperm bank 20 years prayer. sr Several of those earlier. Thank St. Jude. answering my kp administration (full continuum of care – not a counseling internship). Application, essay, and all required paperwork must be submitted to dkish@chccnj.org by May 2. Unpaid intern- ships will provide students with a transportation stipend once they have completed no less than 90 percent of the committed hours. For more information, visit www.chccnj.org. Knights host Fish & Chips Dinner The Saint Elizabeth Council of the Knights of Colum- bus will host its annual Fish & Chips Dinner on Friday, April 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Saint Elizabeth Parish Hall on Greenwood Avenue in Wyckoff. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children and are available after weekend Masses or by calling Doug Arone at (201) 891-2132. Take- out orders will also be accepted. YMCA announces Job Fair YWCA Bergen County will host a Job Fair for indi- viduals who would like to work as summer camp counsel- ors and lifeguards. The fair will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on March 27 in the Salamone Room at YWCA Bergen County, 112 Oak Street in Ridgewood. The fair will include information regarding summer camps, applications, contests and giveaways, and on-site interviews with camp directors. A free prerequisite water skills test will be given that night for those interested in lifeguarding. Camp counselors must be at least 18 years of age and available to work June 23 through Aug. 22. Lifeguards must be at least 15 years of age and able to work May 24 through Aug. 31. For details, contact Kerry Jannicelli at (201) 345-1906 or visit www.ywcabergencounty.org. Learn about native plants The New Jersey Botanical Gardens at Skylands invites the public to a free program, “Native Plants in the Home Landscape,” at 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 30. This program will be held indoors at the Carriage House Visitor Center at the botanical gardens located on Morris Road in Ring- wood. Don Torino of the Bergen County Audubon Society will discuss why native plants are so important to the environment. He will also show how local yards can be transformed into healthy environments for birds and but- terflies. The New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands, which appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places, is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admis- sion to the garden is always free. Parking is also free in the fall, winter, and spring. For more information, call (973) 962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org. children are now suing to learn the identity of their “father” and David finds that this might be the best thing that ever happened to him. Vaughn has made a career of playing various incarnations of the “man boy” -- an irresponsible adult who redeems himself through a set of carefully scripted circumstances. Vaughn has a pleas- ant screen presence and his trademark rapid-fire delivery provides plenty of laughs, but the movie often borders on maudlin as Vaughn’s David finds within him the quali- ties and compassion that would have made him a pretty decent dad. Bonuses on the Blu-ray release include out- takes of Vaughn improvising, bloopers, deleted scene, and a behind-the-scenes featurette. “Monsters: The Complete Series” (Entertainment One) contains in nine DVDs all 72 episodes of the syn- dicated horror program that originally ran from 1988 to 1990. Produced by the same team that created “Tales from the Dark Side,” this anthology contains stories of witches, vampires, ghouls, zombies, prehistoric creatures, aliens, eccentric people, and folks with amazing powers. The actors include Adrienne Barbeau, David McCallum, Gina Gershon, Darren McGavin, Pam Grier, Deborah Harry, Chris Noth, John Saxon, David Spade, Jerry Stiller, Lili Taylor, Linda Blair, Meat Loaf, Laraine Newman, and Steve Buscemi. Production values are generally high and the stories display flair, stepping into many areas pio- neered by “The Twilight Zone.” March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 23 Police investigate luring attempt The Wyckoff Police Department reported that the attempted abduction reported on March 17 did not occur, but praised the 13-year-old girl who felt threat- ened for doing the right thing in being suspicious and evading all personal contact. “On March 17 at 3:22 p.m. Wyckoff police responded to an incident on Everett Avenue that was initially reported to police as the attempted abduction of a young girl,” Police Chief Benjamin Fox said. “The resulting investigation determined that no such inci- dent of an attempted abduction or luring occurred. The 13-year-old girl observed two men seated in an older gold-colored vehicle with the doors open. She felt that they were looking at her, and because she was uncom- fortable with the situation, she did the right thing and correctly walked away from the area. There were no words exchanged between the men and the girl. She reported the incident to a parent who initially spoke with someone else, and the police learned of the inci- dent second hand. The incident reported to the police was simply overstated compared to what the investi- gation ultimately determined had in fact actually hap- pened.” Chief Fox, however, said that the girl had done the right thing in distancing herself from adults who made her feel suspicious, and in contacting trusted adults afterward. Fox cautioned that there have been recent reports of luring incidents in other towns in Bergen County. He provided the following tips: Children should be encouraged to travel in groups when possible. If a stranger offers a child a ride, he or she should say “no” and run away. If a car is following a child, he or she should turn and walk in the other direction. “Never go anywhere with someone who makes you feel uncomfortable,” Fox added. “If a stranger tells you that a parent sent them for you because someone in the family has been injured, speak with a trusted adult before you leave with anyone you don’t know. If some- one physically grabs you and tries to pull you into a car, know that it is okay to scream loudly and kick and fight back as much as possible. “Just as this young girl and her parent did, all similar incidents should in fact be reported to police so that it can be investigated fully. There is really nothing more important than the safety of our children.” Wyckoff Wanderings Golf Outing announced Blue Moon Mexican Café will host its first Golf Outing on Tuesday, May 13. The event, to be held at the Knoll West Golf Club in Parsippany, will benefit the Wyckoff Parks and Recreation Foundation. In addition to the golf, former football players and athletes will be joining in the day’s activities. The cost for the outing is $250 and includes the day of golf, lunch, dinner, awards, and prizes. Registration will be at 11 a.m. and lunch will follow. There will be a 1 p.m. shot- gun start and cocktails and dinner will begin at 6 p.m. Tick- ets for those who want to attend just the dinner are $75. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more infor- mation, visit info@wyckoffparks.org or visit Blue Moon at 327 Franklin Avenue in Wyckoff. Pre-natal classes available Expectant mothers are invited to participate in the classes available at Bump to Bump Maternity at 300 Frank- lin Avenue, Wyckoff. This maternity consignment store hosts pre-natal yoga classes on Saturdays at 8 and 9 a.m. A breastfeeding class meets on the last Monday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. The next class is scheduled for March 31. Stick with school (continued from page 11) the job candidates completed. According to the United States Department of Labor, employees with a bachelor’s degree earn about 54 percent more on average than those who attended college but did not finish. Workers with For more information, visit www.bumptobumpmater- nity.com. Revaluation information session set Wyckoff residents who wish more information about the township’s ongoing revaluation are invited to attend the April 2 public information session. The program will be held from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the Shotmeyer Room at the Wyckoff Public Library, 200 Woodland Avenue in Wyckoff. The tax assessor will be on hand to explain the revaluation process and answer questions. Bereavement support groups forming Beginning April 1, the Church of Saint Elizabeth in Wyckoff will hold two Bereavement Support Groups for individuals who have experienced a loss at least three months ago. The groups will meet in the Amadeus Room on the second floor of the church’s parish center on eight consecutive Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Open to men and women of all faiths, the ses- sions will be guided by trained, experienced leaders who have also lost loved ones. Advance registration is requested. For more information, and to register, call (201) 891-1122, extension 266. advanced degrees (master’s, doctoral, etc.) can average $20,000 to $30,000 more per year than those with bache- lor’s degrees, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Some students, however, will insist that failure to have a diploma is not a barrier to success. For example, Rich- ard Branson, the billionaire entrepreneur who owns Virgin Group, did not graduate from high school. However, his case is not the norm. Typically, a high school diploma and a bachelor’s degree are the key ingredients to landing a good job and enjoying professional success. Making his mark Wyckoff Fire Chief Lou Graglia greets Eagle Scout candidate Ethan Bell, who is working in conjunction with the Wyckoff Fire Department on his service project. Bell and his volunteers from Wyckoff Troop 89 have already installed approximately 100 hydrant markers throughout Wyckoff. Residents and property owners who want to request snow/ location markers, may purchase them for $15 per marker. To purchase a marker, send payment referencing the hydrant location to: Wyckoff Fire Department, Attn: Ethan Bell Eagle Scout Project, Scott Plaza, Wyckoff, NJ 07481. Superintendent (continued from page 6) said his primary motivation for staying in a district always comes from being in a place where he can engage folks in great work for children. He added that great work can only occur when partnerships are strong. “Boards change, their goals change, and as a result, partnerships change,” Romano said. “The school board and I reached a point where we respectfully agreed to disagree, and that makes it time for us to part ways for the sake of the school community.” That disagreement began after the board conducted a 2010 survey of parents concerning the restructuring of the schools in the district and found the most respondents pre- ferred the neighborhood school structure. In early 2011, Romano created a committee to investi- gate the quality, efficiency, consistency, and equity of the demographics, school processes, student learning, and perceptions of the school district. Any structural changes approved for the school district would be implemented in the district after the 2013-14 school year, and after feasibil- ity and implementation studies were completed. That led to a controversial split of opinions on the school board and several trustee challenges in the November 2012 school board election. The school board president and another incumbent member of the board were defeated in that election. In May of 2013, Romano resigned when his recom- mendation to grant tenure and to renew the contract of the school district’s curriculum director was turned down by a controversial 5-4 vote of the school board. Hired in Franklin Lakes in 2010 to replace Roger Bay- ersdorfer, whose retirement became effective on June 30 of that year, Romano previously was the assistant superin- tendent of schools in Fort Lee. Romano began his career in education as an English teacher in Ramsey. He later became an administrator in Tenafly, serving as director of technol- ogy and as the assistant to the superintendent of curriculum and instruction. Prior to assuming the position in Fort Lee, he was assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruc- tion in Millburn Township. Romano holds a doctorate in education from Seton Hall University, a master’s degree in school administration and supervision from Montclair State University, a master’s in teaching from Fairleigh Dickinson University, and a bachelor’s degree in English and psychol- ogy, also from FDU. Page 24 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 A few tips for retirees traveling abroad Men and women often dream of trav- eling around the world when they retire. Traveling the globe without worrying about timelines or what’s going on back at the office is something many retirees reward themselves with after a life of hard work. As liberating as world travel can be, retirees still must exercise caution when traveling abroad. The following are a few safety tips for retirees who are ready to make their dream retirements a reality by setting off for parts unknown. Stay in touch. Escapism is a big part of the attraction of travel for travelers. While you may want to avoid contact with the outside world on your travels, it is still necessary to stay in touch with loved ones. Retirees who plan to take extended trips overseas should purchase an international mobile phone plan that allows them to use their phones regardless of what country they happen to be visiting. A quick text message to a son or daughter back home is all it takes to let your family know you are safe and having the time of your life. Work out a communication plan with your loved ones back home before departing, agreeing to contact them via phone call, e-mail, or Skype at least once a week for the duration of your trip. This is a good way to share your experiences and help your relatives rest easy knowing that you are safe. Don’t store all of your important documents in one place. When travel- ing overseas, it can be convenient to keep important items like traveler’s cheques, credit cards, passports, and identification in one place. However, storing all of your sensitive documents or financial items in one place is very risky, as a lost or stolen bag can leave you without identification or access to funds. When traveling, cou- ples should carry their own passports on their persons and split up credit cards and money. This way, you still have access to your funds, and one of you still has identi- fication should items be lost or stolen. Do your homework. Unplanned day trips are common among travelers who have been traveling for long periods of time. While such jaunts can add an element of spontaneity to a trip, they also can be quite dangerous if travelers have not done their homework on a particular destination. You do not want to end up in a place where tour- ists are not welcome or are frequent targets of criminals. In addition, you don’t want to visit a city or town and know nothing of its customs or etiquette. For example, locals may react negatively to visitors who have ignored accepted local standards for attire. You can still make spontaneous trips, but make sure you gather some background information about the locale and its cus- toms from locals where you are currently staying or from the hotel concierge. Make sure your health will not be com- promised. Retirees cannot travel in the same manner they did in the carefree days of their youth. Before traveling abroad, visit your physician and get a full physi- cal. Refill any medications you will need during your trip, and speak with your phy- sician about how to handle any medical emergencies while overseas. Carry your physician’s name and telephone number with you at all times, so local medical pro- fessionals can contact him or her should you experience a medical emergency. Once you have arrived at your destina- tion, it is important that you continue to prioritize your health. Make sure the water is safe to drink before taking a sip, and investigate local cuisine to ensure it won’t aggravate any existing medical conditions you may have. The quality of medical care varies greatly around the world, so you must prioritize your health whenever leav- ing the country and avoid anything that might put your health in jeopardy. Travel with friends or family, if pos- sible. If you have friends or family who also are retirees with time on their hands, organize a group trip abroad. Groups are less likely to be targeted by criminals than couples, and overseas trips with friends or family members can make trips overseas that much more memorable and enjoyable. Overseas travel is a popular goal of men and women on the verge of retirement or those who have already called it a career. But safety must remain a priority when traveling abroad. March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 25 Page 26 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014 Meal ideas for those cooking for one or two Seniors face many changes as they move into their golden years. Many people choose to downsize their living spaces and vehicles, and others implement certain changes to improve their quality of life. Many seniors also scale back in the kitchen, where some must make changes due to medical conditions. While it seems like reducing food portions would be easy, those used to prepping meals for a large family may find it difficult. The following tips can It’s never too late to earn a diploma Receiving a diploma is something to take seriously, even for those students who are somewhat older than their fellow graduates. In 2003, Gustava Bennett Burrus graduated from Rich- mond High School outside of San Francisco, California, at the age of 97. Ruth Hayes Green graduated from the Adult High School of the Perth Amboy, New Jersey Adult Edu- cation Center in 2010 at age 98. In 2013, 106-year-old Fred Butler, a student at Beverly High School in Massachusetts, received his high school diploma. He broke the Guinness World Record for oldest graduate previously held by Allan Stewart of Australia, who received a Bachelor of Laws degree at age 91 from the University of New England, New South Wales, Australia. make meal preparation efficient and cost-effective. Divide and store. Supermarkets are increasingly offer- ing larger packages of food products and “family size” offerings to compete with warehouse clubs. Buying in bulk can help individuals save money, but it may not always be practical for people living alone or with just a spouse. If you must buy in bulk, invest in a food vacuum sealer or freezer storage bags. Immediately separate meats and poultry into smaller portions before storing them in the freezer. Other- wise, look for bulk items that are individually wrapped to maintain freshness. Many canned and jarred items can be covered and stored in the refrigerator after containers are opened. Plan meals that have similar ingredients. To reduce food waste, use leftovers to create casseroles or mix them in with new meals. Broiled or grilled chicken can be used to make soups, stir-fry dishes, fajitas, and sandwiches. The fewer ingredients you have to buy, the smaller the risk of spoilage. Cut recipes in half. Recipes can be cut down depending on how many mouths need to be fed. When baking, cut- ting back on proportions of ingredients can be a challenge. Search online for recipe-scaling programs that can make the work easier. Cook on the weekend. Use a weekend day to prepare food and package it into small containers in the refrigerator or freezer. Then the containers can be taken out as needed and heated quickly in the microwave for fast meals. Organize a meal-sharing club. Get together with a few friends who also have empty nests and split the cooking duties. If you are accustomed to cooking larger portion sizes, do so and then spread the wealth with others in the group. Then sit back and relax when it is your opportunity to have meals delivered to you. March 26, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 27 Page 28 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • March 26, 2014