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This gala benefits the ECLC Foundation, which pro- vides after-school programs, weekend overnight field trips, alumni classes, the prom, computers, therapeutic horse- back riding sessions, and the continued expansion of the P.R.I.D.E. adult program. To make a donation, contact Cheryl Avino at cavino@eclcofnj.org or (201) 670-7880. Tickets for the event may be purchased online at http://www.eclcofnj.org/ fundraiser_HoHoKus.html. McManus to appear at Hermitage Join author and medium Craig McManus for haunting entertainment at the Hermitage, 335 North Franklin Turn- pike in Ho-Ho-Kus. He will appear Oct. 28 at 7 and 9 p.m., and Oct. 29 and 30 at 7 and 11 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person, $50 for the 11 p.m. tours, and must be purchased in advance on the museum website at www.thehermitage.org. Tours last approximately one hour. The 11 p.m. (midnight) tours are 90 minutes. Each tour is limited to 18 people. Participants must be age 16 or older. Light refreshments will be served. McManus is the author of five books on ghosts and hauntings. During the tour, he will explain the step-by-step process of modern ghost hunting as experienced from the perspective of a psychic medium. If he senses anything in the house, he will attempt to communicate with the spirits. For many years, there have been reports of ghostly inhabit- ants within the house. The Friends of the Hermitage, Inc., a nonprofit member- ship organization, manages The Hermitage, a New Jersey State Park. The organization provides tours of the historic house, exhibits based on the collections, and diverse educa- tional programming. The Friends of the Hermitage received an operating support grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State. For information about The Hermitage, contact Friends of the Hermitage at 335 North Franklin Turnpike, Ho-Ho- Kus, NJ 07423; by phone at (201) 445-8311, extension 101 Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekends 1 to 4 p.m.; or visit the website at www.thehermitage.org. The Hermitage, a National Historic Landmark, incorpo- rates a stone structure that was visited during the Revolu- tionary War by George Washington and was the site where Aaron Burr met and married Theodosia Prevost. Today, the historic house’s furnishings reflect the late Victorian life- style of the Rosencrantz family, who owned and lived in the home from 1807 to 1970. Hazardous waste collection announced The Bergen County Utilities Authority will hold a household hazardous waste collection on Saturday, Nov. 1 at the Campgaw Mountain Reservation, 200 Campgaw Road in Mahwah. The collection will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Items to be collected include paints, automotive products, pesticides, aerosols, and flammable materials. For a complete list of hazardous waste and other details, visit www.bcua.org or call (201) 807-5825. Employment workshop scheduled Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church’s Career Resources Ministry, in its continuing effort to provide help to people seeking employment, will present the third of a four-part series of workshops on Sunday, Nov. 9 at 1 p.m. The work- shop will be held in the meeting room in the lower church and is open to anyone seeking employment and those who anticipate possible unemployment. The workshops are free and parish membership is not required. Workshops are presented by the Career Resources Min- istry, whose members are dedicated to helping those seek- Beneﬁt helps people & pets Members of the Allendale/Saddle River Rotary Club recently collected food donations at the Allendale A&P for the ben- efit of Center for Food Action. The club also accepted pet food in support of Companion Animal Advocates. Members of the community donated more than 60 bags of food and over $200 in cash and gift cards.Pictured are Allendale/ Saddle River Rotary Sergeant-at-Arms Jim Aversa, Vice President David Brown, and Director Nyree Shishmanian. (Photo courtesy of Sheryne Brekus.) ing employment. Professionals in the field will present the workshop and will be on hand to give advice. This work- shop topic is “Getting Your Message Out: Networking.” Participants should bring a recent resume or job experience information. All are welcome, and refreshments will be served. For more information, call Tom Lewis at (201) 445-1864 or Carol Shea at (201) 447-4215. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is located at 1 Passaic Street in Ridgewood. Nights announce benefit The Saint Elizabeth Knights of Columbus will hold its Tenth Annual Wine Tasting Benefit at the Brick House Res- taurant on Godwin Avenue in Wyckoff, on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. The evening will include appetizers, a buffet dinner, dessert, and the sampling of a variety of fine wines. The wines will be available for purchase. Participants are invited to order their holiday wine and gifts. Net proceeds help fund the council’s charitable activities. Advance tickets are $65 per person. The price will be $70 at the door. To purchase tickets early, contact Len Giu- liano at (201) 819-2718 or len.guiliano@gmail.com. Equestrian Club launched Bergen County 4-H, a cooperative extension of Rutgers University, is pleased to present a brand new Equestrian Club for area children in grades four and up. All passionate horse lovers and their parents are invited to attend a meet- ing at Mount Kazbek Farm on Saturday, Nov. 1 at 3 p.m. Mount Kazbek Farm, under the ownership of Koba Popiashvili, is located at 100 Franklin Turnpike, Allendale. Please use the same entrance as the flower shop and nurs- ery, and follow the driveway to the dirt road. The meeting will be held in the tack room of the rustic white barn. Topics will include basic horse care, riding competitions, and community service. An interest in riding is desirable, but not a requirement for member participa- tion. Refreshments will be provided. Contact Susan Grein, 4-H volunteer, at (201) 674-7068 or susangrein@yahoo. com for more information and to RSVP. 4-H is a community of young people across America learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. 4-H Youth Development programs are available on a grade appropri- ate basis, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. All possible efforts will be made to include, rather than exclude, youths in events conducted by the 4-H Youth Development (continued on page 28) October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 3 Midland Park Borough, PBA agree on new three-year pact The Midland Park Borough Council and the Policemen’s Benevolent Association (PBA) Local 79 have reached agreement on a three-year contract that also settles a previ- ous contract going back to 2012. “The local is thrilled that now we can move forward with both contracts,” said PBA President Steve Vander Pyle. He noted that neither contract is yet actually signed but said he expects that will take place by the end of November. “I think it’s a fair contract both for Midland Park and the PBA, and we were able to accomplish it without going to arbitration,” said Councilman Nick Papapietro, the coun- cil’s police committee chairman. The agreement provides salary increases of 2 percent for 2015, and 1 ½ percent for 2016 and 2017. Papapietro said a vital feature of the new agreement was adjusting the beginning step to allow for the difference between a recruit attending the police academy and a more experienced rookie. “Our concern was trying to retain our existing ofﬁcers. We wanted to keep them from leaving,” Papapietro said. Under the terms of the memorandum of agreement approved by both parties, the 10 steps in the 2012 salary guide, increased to 13 by an arbitrator’s decision, will be reduced to eight, which was the number of steps up to 2006. But an interim step will be added for new hires, who will receive a $33,000 salary while at the police academy but be bumped to $42,000 once on the road working on their own. This date will then become the recruit’s anniversary date for salary guide purposes. The 60-day terminal leave to which new hires are now entitled will be reduced to 40 days, payable in three equal installments at the discretion of the employee. Sick leave for employees hired after April 1, 2013 will be reduced from the current 96 days to a graduated number based on the years on the force: 15 working days for those employed under two years; 25 days from two years to less than ﬁve, and 40 days for ﬁve years and over. Minimum court hours will be reduced from three to two; and recall hours will be increased from two to three. According to Borough Administrator Addie Hanna, who served on the negotiations team, the negotiations for the 2015-17 agreement also resolved issues in the 2013- 14 contract awarded by an arbitrator in March, 2013. The arbitrator, Susan Osborn, limited raises for ofﬁcers going through the salary steps to a total of $47,966 over the two- year period, and opted to divide that amount unevenly among the union members so as to be as equitable as pos- sible given built-in disparities in the expired contract. The salary of all other ofﬁcers were frozen at 2012 rates until Sept. 1, 2014, at which time they were to receive a 2 per- cent raise. This contract was never signed by the parties, however. Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 FLOW Area Regional district introduces new staff members by Frank J. McMahon The Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School Board of Education welcomed multiple new staff members at a recent public meeting. Superintendent Beverly MacKay welcomed the new staff members, saying she looks forward to working with them to help the school district grow stronger. Ramapo High School Principal Lou Moore, and Indian Hills High School Principal Joseph Collins made the introductions to the board of education. A list of the new staff members at Ramapo follows. Diane Belinfanti has joined the district’s special ser- vices department teaching English. She received her BA from Boston University in government and her MA from Central Michigan University in education and curriculum. She previously worked in the Union Township School Dis- trict. Steevi Brandt attended Ramapo College, where she earned her degree in literature. She subsequently com- pleted her student teaching at Ramapo High School, during which time she assumed responsibility for sections of Eng- lish 2 and English 3. She is currently teaching two sections of English 1 CPE, one at Ramapo and one at Indian Hills. Tanjushree Desai received her BA from Rutgers Uni- versity and her MA from Montclair State University. As a teen, Desai came to the United States from India. She previously worked at the West Orange School District. In addition to English, she speaks Gujarati and Hindi. Laura Hall received her bachelor’s degree at Penn State and attended graduate school at Long Island University, where she also worked in the admissions office. Upon graduation, she worked at the Mental Health Association of Rockland County until she obtained her first guidance counselor job at the Nyack High School in Nyack, New York. Allan Jauregui studied the sciences at Rutgers and earned a degree in biology. Upon graduation, he became a chemist/biologist in industry in both research and product development capacities. He later realized that his true call- ing is education. He has been teaching secondary science for seven years. He comes to the district from Northern Valley and he will be teaching chemistry CP and CPE at both Ramapo and Indian Hills this year. Kelly Keane has joined the guidance office at Ramapo High. She was previously a counselor at Clarkstown North High School in New City, New York for seven years. Since then, Keane has continued with her graduate work. She recently completed a mental health counseling degree at Manhattan College. Damla Kocacepel has joined the World Languages Department as a teacher of French. Kocacepel received her BA in French language and literature from the Hacettepe University, in Ankara, Turkey. She has experienced living and teaching in France, Turkey, and the United States. Christina Merritt graduated from Rutgers University with a bachelor’s degree in nursing and holds a master’s in nursing from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Along with working full-time at Ramapo High, she currently works at St. Clare’s Hospital on an as needed basis in the evenings as the assistant director of nursing. Lona Ozrek is a supplemental math teacher who sup- plements instruction in Algebra 1 and 2 CP classes. He received his BS from William Paterson University and has worked in the Hoboken and Wayne Hills district. He has coached women’s soccer at Dominican college for the past seven years. Robert Petrella is a science instructor and presently teaches biology and integrated physical science. He received his BS from the University of New Haven with a major in biology and a minor in chemistry. He played col- lege football and then worked in the Ridgefield Park School District, where he is currently coaching freshman football. Anna Zalokostas is a school psychologist. She received her BS from Rutgers University and an M.S. Ed. from the City University of New York, Queens College. Zalokostas worked in the Union City School District. She speaks Eng- lish and Greek. The listing of new staff members at Indian Hills High follows. Laura Dantoni joined the IHHS Family & Consumer Science Department after many years of experience teaching foods and other courses. A graduate of Seton Hall University and Mont- clair University, she has years of teaching experience from James Caldwell High School and Wayne Valley High School. Sunita Dewnani is a graduate of Stevens Institute of Tech- nology and holds a master’s degree in both physical and organic chemistry. In addition to teaching at the junior college level, Dewnani has been working in research in medicinal chemistry with Mercke Laboratories and holds several pharmaceutical pat- ents. Edith LaChac is a media specialist. She graduated from Tufts University with an undergraduate degree in computer science. She later obtained a master’s in library and infor- mation sciences with a 4.0 grade point average from Rut- gers University. She previously served as media specialist in the Moonachie School District. Terence Lennon is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame. In addition to spending summers as a lifeguard cap- tain in Long Branch Township, he also gained experience teaching physics and chemistry with his former district of Cresskill. Michael Paravati is teaching American Studies, sociol- ogy, and the University Program in finance. Most recently, he completed his M.A. at Columbia University’s Teacher College in the field of teaching of social studies. Paravati also holds a master’s in the classics from University of Washington-Seattle, a BA in classics from Rutgers, and dual bachelor’s degrees in history and political science from Montclair State University. Jessica Peterson is an English teacher. She is a 2013 graduate of The College of New Jersey, where she majored in English secondary education. She is a full-year mater- nity leave replacement this year. Joanne Sidoti is an English teacher who graduated from (continued on page 10) October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 5 Wyckoff Police dispatch contract planned with Bergen County Bergen County ofﬁcials say that the attorneys for both sides have agreed to a contract to allow the county to pro- vide police dispatch service for the Wyckoff Police Depart- ment, and a contract signing is expected shortly. No ﬁnancial details were available at press time. Wyckoff Police Chief Benjamin Fox conﬁrmed that the township had been considering a change and that negotia- tions have been in progress for some time. “Yes, we are considering outsourcing our dispatch oper- ation to Bergen County,” Chief Fox said last week. “To be clear, this is for full dispatching similar to the service we have been providing to Midland Park. Safety and efﬁciency for all Wyckoff emergency services have been considered, as well as the ability to deliver these services to the residents of the community in a manner as we have in the past. Addi- tionally, we have also considered the cost effectiveness of such a change. An agreement between Wyckoff and Bergen County is currently under attorney review. Additional infor- mation will be provided following that review.” In September, Midland Park decided to leave Wyckoff’s central dispatch service and the Paramus 911 service and return to Northwest Bergen Central Dispatch in Ridgewood after a 16-year break. The move will become effective Jan. 1 and is expected to save the borough about $25,000 a year. One of the three original members of the Central Dis- patch joint venture, Midland Park left NWBCD in 1998 to buy the services from Wyckoff under an interlocal agree- ment. That agreement expires in December, and Wyckoff Democrat and two Republicans seeking two seats on governing body Two seats will be available on the Wyckoff Township Committee on Nov. 4, and three candidates are competing for voters’ endorsements. Wyckoff’s only Democratic township committee member, Brian Scanlan, is seeking re-election. Republi- can Mayor Douglas Christie and his running mate, Susan Yudin, are also seeking ballots. Scanlan, a publisher of medical and technical books, is active in environmental matters and has been involved in the construction of shelters for needy people in Central America. He arranges to donate large numbers of books to reestablish libraries in the Middle East and once used his own household as a Nifty Fifty recycling program experi- ment. Scanlan, who is now seeking his third term, initially won a seat on the Wyckoff Township Committee as the ﬁrst Democrat seated since the 1930s based on a campaign that stressed environmental concerns and the desirability of acquiring more dedicated park land with the help of county and state grants. He has also advocated that more qualiﬁed Democrats be appointed to local ofﬁces. Christie, serving as mayor this year after being elected by his fellow township committee members at the Jan. 1 reorganization meeting, is an independent construction contractor with knowledge of construction and zoning. He is a long-term member and sometime chaplain of the Wyckoff Volunteer Fire Department. Yudin owns and manages a local electronics and appli- ance business with her husband Robert Yudin. The can- didate is a member of the Wyckoff Board of Adjustment, has served on several other municipal boards, and has been active in school support works and charity. J. KOSTER decided not to renew the contract due to Midland Park’s inability to commit to a new contract by the July 31 dead- line. Anticipating the end of a third ﬁve-year contract with Wyckoff, Midland Park began soliciting proposals from neighboring towns earlier this year, according to Midland Park Mayor Patrick “Bud” O’Hagan. “It was our opportunity to review expenses, and Central (continued on page 29) Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 Thank you to Eastern Christian School for the recent Food Drive! It’s not too early to think about Thanks- giving. Our November deliveries will start to go in mid-November. Please consider donating a “Thanksgiving in a Box” for one of our many families. Ideally, each box will contain the makings of a Thanksgiving meal, including healthy and organic non- perishable items. Our families also need paper goods and non-toxic cleaning supplies, such as toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, and laundry detergent. They also need diapers (stages four through six). Many of our children need to be in a sterile environment while their immunity builds. Thank you to all who have already brought us these supplies. We are already planning our Fifth Annual Bash, which will help us provide counseling and financial aid to families in New Jersey. This event will be held at The Brick House on Friday, March 6, 2015. Please call us if your company is interested in becoming a sponsor, or if you would like to volunteer to help with the planning pro- cess. Meet Timmy: Timmy was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when he was four. He underwent rounds of chemotherapy, radia- tion, and invasive, experimental treatment over the years. Although his treatment is over, the residual effects have left him with many challenges. Now in the fourth grade, his speech, reading level, and comprehension are significantly delayed along with other cognitive impairments. He receives speech therapy, tutoring, and various other special services from his school where he is in a special education classroom. He continues to go for extensive test- ing at the hospital twice a year. Through- out this all, including inpatient stays, daily trips to New York City for months on end, and treatment at a local hospital, his mother would take time off her job to get him there and be with him. This summer, Timmy’s father left the family. His father has not provided any financial assistance, so Mom has had to take an additional part-time job as a wait- ress in order to make ends meet. She leaves her full-time job as a medical assistant and drives 45 minutes to a restaurant sev- eral nights a week. She confesses many evenings that she barely gets five hours of sleep. Exhausted and stressed, she keeps going for her son and older daughter. Some gifts cards to Shop Rite and res- taurants like TGIF, Chili’s, Panera, Cheese- cake Factory, etc. would be a great help and a welcome break for this family. Gifts cards to local stores to buy clothes and school items also would be greatly appreciated. ECF is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide a variety of specialized services, at no charge, to any New Jersey family facing the challenges of caring for a child with cancer. ECF provides profes- sional counseling, material goods (such as household items, toys, and monthly grocery deliveries), and emergency financial assis- tance. These individually tailored services are critical in helping families get through the crisis of pediatric cancer. ECF does not receive government fund- ing, so the community’s financial support, donations, and volunteer time are essen- tial. Please call the Northern Regional Center at (201) 612-8118 or e-mail Laura at laura@emmanuelcancer.org to see how you can help. • We need volunteers who can deliver groceries to families in Bergen and Essex counties. • Turn your event into a fundraiser and collect checks or gift cards for our fami- lies. • Get the kids involved. Proceeds from fundraisers such as bake sales and lemon- ade stands help make a difference. • Is your group looking for a community service project? Consider collecting items for our food pantry. • Is your Scout Troop looking to earn badges? This is a great way to get creative and have fun while learning about philan- thropy. • Does your company have a charitable giving program? If so, please let us know. If you have a few hours a week to spare, consider becoming a volunteer or just stop by and see what ECF is all about. The North- ern Regional Center is located at 174 Pat- erson Avenue in Midland Park. Please 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 information, visit us at www.emmanuelcancer.org or “like” us on Facebook: EmmanuelCancerFoundation. As always, thank you for helping the chil- dren and their families! Brothers assist ECF Emmanuel Cancer Foundation is grateful to the Corcoran brothers of NJ, pictured with ECF Northern Regional Director Laura Savage, for donating the proceeds from their recent JJC Memorial Golf Tournament to ECF. The Corcorans -- who include Dennis, Gerard, John of Allendale, Joseph, and Kevin -- raised $10,000. October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 7 Page 8 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 9 Midland Park Board settles challenge on student placement An eighth-grade autistic student residing in Midland Park will be allowed to finish his education at a school selected by his parents but not sanctioned by the school district. The Midland Park Board of Education last week approved a settlement with the 14-year-old’s parents to allow him to continue attending the Lewis School, an unaccredited, unapproved private school in Princeton. The 200-student non-profit school caters to students with learning differences related to dyslexia, auditory pro- cessing and attention. Under the terms of the settlement, the school district will reimburse the parents $45,850 for tuition and related expenses they paid from April 2013 through July 2014 and will pay up to $42,500 for the current school year. The board will continue to reimburse the parents for the Lewis School’s annual tuition costs and related expenses until the student completes his 12 th year in 2019. He will Midland Park High School participated in a law enforce- ment drill last week involving local and county officials and resources. The school was locked down and lockers were searched during the nearly two-hour two-pronged operation. No criminal charges stemmed from the search, accord- ing to Acting Police Chief Michael Powderley. Canine officers were used to identify drugs or contra- band that may have been present in the lockers, student knapsacks and vehicles in the school’s parking lot. The drill was a planned, proactive initiative of the school district, the Midland Park Police Department Detective Bureau and the Bergen County Sheriff Department aimed at maintaining a safe and secure school environment for all members of the school community. According to MPHS Principal Nick Capuano, the activity was part of a continuing and evolving plan, which includes educational, prevention and enforcement activities. The use of local and county police resources, including canine (continued on page 29) Lock down drill held at high school then receive a Midland Park High School diploma. Should the family move from the district, payments will be dis- continued. The parents will be responsible for all transportation costs and arrangements and for any expenses incurred above and beyond the amounts stipulated in the settle- ment. These include medical services, supportive and/or therapeutic services and incidental and miscellaneous expenses such as books, recreation fees, materials and supplies., The Midland Park school district developed individu- alized education plans (IEP) for the student which des- ignated placement at the Banyan School in Fairfield, an approved out-of-district school, for the 2013-14 and 2014- 15 school years. The parents disagreed with the plan and “unilaterally” placed their child at Lewis School. In August the parents filed “request for due process” with the Office of Administrative Law of the NJ Depart- ment of Education claiming that the placement selected by the board was inappropriate and deprived their child of a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) and seek- ing reimbursement of all costs expended by them. The agreement between the two parties was reached amicably to avoid the time and expense associated with further litigation, according to the agreement. The parents agree to indemnify and hold forever harmless the board of any liability for any alleged failure to provide a FAPE for so long as the student remains at Lewis School. The agreement also acknowledges that the board has no control or supervision over the Lewis School and that the parents shall not seek the district’s intervention with regard to any of the services offered by Lewis School. Page 10 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 FLOW Area District issues annual violence & vandalism report by Frank J. McMahon Ramapo Indian Hills Superintendent Beverly MacKay recently presented the regional high school district’s 2013-14 annual report on violence and vandalism to the school board. The state requires a violence and van- dalism report every six months. The latest report for the complete 2013-14 school year showed improvement, especially in the number of incidents of violence since the 2008-09 school year, although there was an increase in the incidents of violence and vandalism since the 2012-13 school year. During the two reporting periods of the 2013-14 school year, there were 15 incidents of violence or ﬁghts, an increase of ﬁve since 2012-13 school year; six incidents of vandalism, such as theft, in 2013-14 versus two incidents of vandalism in 2012-13; zero incidents of weapons offenses, which was the same in 2012-13; and 11 incidents of substance abuse offenses, such as pos- session or distribution, down from 13 in 2012-13. A ﬁght is deﬁned as a mutual engage- ment in a physical confrontation that may result in bodily injury to either party. It does not include a verbal confrontation or a minor confrontation, such as a shoving match, and each participant must be clas- siﬁed as an offender. A simple assault is when a person attempts to cause, or pur- posely, knowingly, or recklessly causes, bodily injury to another person. In 2008-09, there were 30 incidents of violence, six incidents of vandalism, one weapons offense, and 20 substance abuse offenses. The peak year for incidents of violence was 2009-10, when there were 40 incidents. The peak year for vandalism incidents was 2010-11, when there were six incidents -- the same as this year. The peak year for weapons offenses was 2011- 12, when there were two incidents, and the peak year for substance abuse incidents was 2009-10, when there were 24 inci- dents. The number of incidents of harassment, intimidation, or bullying decreased to 24 since record keeping began in 2011-12. During that school year, there were a total of 50 reported incidents, eight of which were determined to be incidents of harass- ment, intimidation, or bullying, while 42 were not considered to be such incidents. In 2013-14, 18 of those reported incidents were found not be incidents of harassment, intimidation or bullying. The number of out-of-school suspen- sions as a result of the acts of violence, vandalism and substance abuse was 35, while the number of in-school suspensions was 23 for 2013-14. During the public meeting, the school board approved a resolution recognizing the week of Oct. 20 to 24 as School Vio- lence Awareness Week. Violence and vandalism reports are required under the 1982 Public School Safety Law that was enacted by the New Jersey Legislature in response to the prob- lem of violence and vandalism in the state’s public schools. These reports are submitted to the com- missioner of education, who must submit a report to the education committees of the Senate and General Assembly detailing the extent of violence and vandalism in the public schools and making recommenda- tions to alleviate those problems. New staff members (continued from page 4) the University of Connecticut with an Eng- lish degree before studying theology at the New Brunswick Theological Seminary. She then worked with young people, serving as a youth pastor in Brooklyn, New York. She earned a master’s in English Education from Teacher’s College at Columbia Uni- versity and completed her student teaching at Ridgewood High School. The following new staff members joined the IHHS Special Education Department. Joanna Blau graduated from IHHS in1995 and later graduated from Ramapo College. She has taken post-graduate courses at Rutgers University, Marygrove College, and Fairleigh Dickinson Univer- sity. She holds permanent certiﬁcation as a teacher of the handicapped and as a teacher of English. Her experience includes teach- ing students with signiﬁcant special needs in private school settings, and teaching English and special education in public school settings in New Jersey. Kathryn Henry is a 2009 graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University, where she received a BA in English Literature. Henry earned her K-12 teaching certiﬁcations in both English and mathematics from Cente- nary College in 2011. In 2014, she gradu- ated from Rowan University with an MA in educational leadership. Henry currently holds a standard certiﬁcate as a teacher of mathematics and a certiﬁcate of eligibil- ity with advanced standing as a teacher of English. Lucy Meyer is a recent graduate of Wil- liam Paterson University, where she com- pleted the required courses for eligibility with advanced standing for both social studies and teacher of students with dis- abilities certiﬁcation. Meyer had worked in the business world for several years. Samantha Parnes is a 2011 graduate of William Paterson University, where she majored in secondary education and applied mathematics. She currently holds a standard certiﬁcate in mathematics, K- 12. Parnes come to IHHS from Northern Valley Regional High School. October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 11 Midland Park Incumbent, newcomer run unopposed for council seats Mark Braunius Lorraine DeLuca Republican Councilman Mark Braunius and newcomer Lorraine DeLuca are run- ning unopposed in next week’s general elec- tion. Long active in leadership positions in the borough, both candidates said they will work as a team to push success forward. Asked what he hopes to accomplish over the next three years, Braunius said he would continue on the fiscally-conservative course he has always advocated. He said he is looking forward to being involved in the reorganization of the police department now that a new chief will be taking over. Additionally, he said, he will work with the Board of Recreation as it continues to expand its programs and encourages greater use of fields and the DePhillips Center. DeLuca said that as a new member of the council, she will continue to support this vibrant community and work with the current council to serve the residents of Midland Park. “My goals are to listen, learn and make every effort to enhance and improve the borough. Henry Ford once said ‘Coming together is a beginning, keeping together is progress, working together is success’ I intend to achieve success and do all I can for Midland Park,” she said. “As a resident for more than 30 years, I feel privileged to not only call Midland Park my home but my community,” she added, noting her involvement on the Board of Recreation, Boy Scouts, as an Eucharist Minister and CCD teacher at the Church of the Nativity and Midland Park Memorial Day Parade chairperson. Braunius served on the council from 1994 to 2005, and was appointed last November to fill the unexpired term of Councilman Mike Junta. A self-employed building con- tractor, he was also a member of the Mid- land Park Planning Board for the past 20 years. He previously served as police and DPW liaison, and is currently the liaison to the recreation department and the DPW. He and his wife Cindy, nee Bushoven, have six children and eight grandchildren. DeLuca, the recipient of numerous awards for her volunteer contributions, has chaired the borough’s Memorial Day Committee for the past three years, served on the Midland Park Board of Recreation from 1998 to 2010 and currently sits on the Library Board. She is the Commissioner for Boy Scout and Cub Scout Troops 157 and previously served as District Commis- sioner and District Chair of the Boy Scout Ramapo District. She is the assistant to the director of religious education for the Church of the Nativity. Before retiring to raise a family, she was employed in the New York City garment district as textile and knit designer. She and her husband Jim, an attorney, are the parents of two children and a granddaughter. Braunius and DeLuca withstood a chal- lenge for one of the two available seats from former Police Chief John Casson in the June primary election. Councilman Nick Papa- pietro chose not to seek reelection after six years on the governing body. Page 12 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 Dear Readers: The Franklin Lakes Chamber of Commerce is looking to expand in 2015. We bring business owners together to discuss and share ideas, solve problems, increase busi- ness, and give back to the communities we serve. The Franklin Lakes Chamber of Commerce has always provided information, education, and network- ing events to our members. Historically, the Chamber has sponsored the transportation at the Franklin Lakes Town Fair, held networking events, provided our mem- bers with the opportunity to advertise to Franklin Lakes residents with our Welcome Bag program, and spon- sored multi-chamber events. We want to continue these programs and events in 2015. We are now accepting membership applications for the 2015-16 FLCC year. The cost is still only $100. Please call me at (201) 891-8790, e-mail me at jallen@allen- allen.com, or stop by my office at 801 Franklin Avenue in Franklin Lakes to discuss getting involved with the Franklin Lakes Chamber of Commerce. We are also looking for volunteers to be on our board of directors. Please call me to discuss opportunities if you are interested. Sincerely, Jeffrey Allen, President Franklin Lakes Chamber of Commerce Mayor Bivona, two council members seeking re-election On Election Day, Franklin Lakes voters will have an opportunity to endorse Mayor Frank Bivona and incum- bent Council Members Paulette Ramsey and Joseph Kelly. These three Republican candidates are seeking re-election in an uncontested race. Bivona is seeking his second four-year term as mayor after serving one year as a borough councilman. Ramsey is seeking her seventh three-year term on the council, and Kelly is seeking his second three-year term. Bivona was elected to the council in 2009. He earned a BS from Adelphi University and went on to a 31-year career in finance from which he retired in 2008. His experience was primarily in the banking and bond insurance busi- ness, and he worked with municipalities country-wide on the issuance of debt obligations. He has served on several charitable boards, including Junior Achievement and the YMCA of Greater New York. Ramsey has been a borough resident for 46 years. She was an elementary school teacher after graduating from William Paterson University. Ramsey was appointed to the borough council in 1995, elected to her first term in 1996, and she has since served on every council committee. She is the founder of the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and was chairman of Franklin Lakes Day for five years. She now serves as second liaison to the borough’s Parks and Recreation Committee. Kelly was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York and graduated from Fordham University with a BS in math- ematics. He obtained an MBA in finance from Wagner University and taught mathematics for the NYC Board of Education at DeWitt Clinton High School and at Roosevelt Evening High School, both in the Bronx NY. Kelly served in the U.S. Army as a lieutenant and was assigned to the National Security Agency. He joined the Equitable Life Assurance Society’s actuarial program and worked for the International Business Machines Company for 42 years. His book, “Brooklyn South,” is being made into a screenplay. October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 13 Council seeks to expand smoking prohibition by Frank J. McMahon The Franklin Lakes Council is consid- ering an ordinance that would expand the borough’s current smoking prohibition to pertain to all park and recreation areas and facilities including the parking areas sur- rounding recreation fields. Currently, smoking or carrying lighted tobacco within the public areas of the tennis courts, playground, and parking lot on Old Mill Road and certain streets in the borough is prohibited, although not pro- hibited in moving motor vehicles on those roadways. Public areas are defined in the bor- ough’s ordinance as “any public park or recreation area, vacant land, public build- ing, roadway, including the street right of way or parking lot, which is open to the public and is owned, leased, or operated by the borough.” Mayor Frank Bivona advised the coun- cil at its last work session that the New Jersey Legislature had passed legislation about the prohibition of smoking in public places, but it was vetoed by Governor Chris Christie in order to permit each town to decide if smoking in public places should be prohibited. Bivona acknowledged that, if the coun- cil adopts an ordinance prohibiting smok- ing in all recreation areas in the borough, it could be problematic if the NJ Legislature overrides Christie’s veto and adopts its leg- islation into law. But he said it would be good for the council to be proactive and “put its name” on such an ordinance. The bill Governor Christie vetoed was sponsored by Valerie Vainieri (D37 - Bergen County), Angelica M. Jimenez (D- 32 - Hudson/Bergen counties), and Paul D. Moriarty (D4 - Camden Glouster counties) and passed by the NJ Legislature on June 26, 2014. It was vetoed on Sept. 11, 2014. That bill would have extended the pro- visions of the “New Jersey Smoke Free Air Act,” which generally prohibits smoking in indoor public places and workplaces, to apply to public parks and beaches through- out the state. The smoking prohibition under this leg- islation would apply to any state park or forest, county or municipal park, or state or municipal beach, but would not include any parking lot that is adjacent to but out- side the public park or beach. The prohibi- tion would not apply to a golf course, or to an area of a municipal or county park or beach, which does not exceed 20 percent of the total area of the park or beach, and which is designated by the municipality or county, by ordinance or resolution, as a smoking area. The penalties that currently apply to a person who smokes in an indoor public place or workplace, or a person having control of the place who fails to comply with an order to enforce the smoking pro- hibition, would also apply to a violation of this bill. Those penalties include a fine of not less than $250 for the first offense, $500 for the second offense, and $1,000 for each subsequent offense. Governor Christie explained his veto, stating in a written note to the General Assembly that 240 municipalities and 12 counties have already put ordinances in place to ban smoking in municipal and county parks, local elected officials have “long defined the policy course concerning smoking in public places,” and more than a dozen municipalities have also enacted laws to ban smoking in public that is in the best interest of their constituents. He said he appreciated the sponsors’ concerns regarding the health risks posed by smoking and secondhand smoke, but he was not persuaded that a one size fits all state ban on smoking is advisable at this time. He added that he did not believe the state should substitute its judgment for that Prize donations sought for school fundraiser event The Colonial Road School PTA in Franklin Lakes is seeking prize donations for its Jan. 24, 2015 fundraiser. The PTA is encouraging the business community, families, and individuals to donate goods and services to the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year. Each year, the parent-led organization provides funds to enhance the educational experience at Colonial Road School. In the past, the PTA has funded school field trips, cultural arts assemblies, and the purchase of classroom books and other educational materials. In addition to the January event, the parents host a variety of social events throughout the year. In the past, the group has held a Halloween Bash, Bingo Night, and other family activities. Proceeds from these activities benefit the children at Colonial Road School. The Colonial Road School PTA is a non-profit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and all donations are tax-deductible. For more information on donating goods and services, contact Colonial Road School PTA Treasurer Michelle Wickwire at (973) 715-1015 or mswickwire@gmail. com. Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 Business Bank provides tips for protecting consumers online The Internet is a powerful resource that many Ameri- cans have come to depend on for everyday activities like banking and connecting with friends. Yet, for all the Internet’s advantages, it can also make users vulnerable to fraud, identity theft, and other scams. According to a Norton Cybercrime Report, 378 million adults worldwide were victims of cybercrime in 2013. “As cybercrime becomes more prevalent, it is important for users to take steps to protect themselves online,” said ASB Marketing Manager Tonni von Schaumburg. “Safe- guarding your personal information and money is a part- nership between you and your bank. We work diligently to protect your information and so should you.” In recognition of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Atlantic Stewardship Bank provides the follow- ing tips to help consumers stay safe and secure online: • Keep computers and mobile devices up to date. Having the latest security software, Web browser, and operating system are the best defenses against viruses, malware, and other online threats. Turn on automatic updates to receive the newest ﬁxes as they become avail- able. ‘Shop Small’ planned for November 29 Shop Small Business Saturday is the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 29. Everyone is invited to support their local community by shopping, dining, and choosing ser- vices from local businesses. As a Neighborhood Champion, the Waldwick Chamber of Commerce is registered as a participant in this American Express-sponsored Shop Small effort. The Midland Park, Wyckoff, and Ho-Ho-Kus chambers of commerce are also participating in this special event. Business owners will be offering special incentives for consumers to shop locally. “You can visit shopsmall.com to learn more about the program,” said Waldwick Chamber of Commerce Presi- dent Michele Calise. “We encourage you to shop small before you shop mall. There are lots of wonderful items here in your own neighborhood to choose from.” Stay tuned by following the Waldwick Chamber’s web- site, Instagram, and Facebook pages to learn more about participating businesses and some of the offers that will be available Nov. 29. In 2013, customers spent an estimated $5.7 billion at small, independent businesses on Small Business Satur- day. Calise encourages local shopkeepers, service provid- ers, franchise owners and operators, and deli and restau- rant proprietors to take advantage of the energy being created by this year’s event. “We want to make it known that small business is important to all our communities – the ONLY way to do that is to have participation from as many businesses as possible in our area,” she added. Local business people who wish to participate are invited to visit shopsmall.com to learn more about the program and what American Express has to offer – regardless of whether those businesses accept AmEx. Those who want to participate are urged to declare that fact by e-mailing the message, “Yes, I will be a Shop Small participant,” to mcalise@pascackbank.com. Busi- nesses should also register at shopsmall.com and plan for the day with special discounts and offers to those who shop small. “Remember the importance of ‘giving back,’” Calise continued. “We are considering including a ‘give back’ component for a local organization from businesses for Nov. 29.” • Set strong passwords. A strong password is at least eight characters in length and includes a mix of upper and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. • Watch out for phishing scams. Phishing scams use fraudulent e-mails and websites to trick users into disclos- ing private account or log in information. Do not click on links or open any attachments or pop-up screens from unfamiliar sources. • Forward phishing e-mails to the Federal Trade Com- mission at spam@uce.gov – and to the company, bank, or organization impersonated in the e-mail. • Keep personal information personal. Hackers can use social media proﬁles to ﬁgure out your passwords and answer those security questions in the password reset tools. Lock down your privacy settings and avoid posting things like birthdays, addresses, mother’s maiden name, etc. Be wary of requests to connect from people you do not know. • Secure the Internet connection. Always protect the home wireless network with a password. When connect- ing to public Wi-Fi networks, be cautious about what information you are sending over it. • Shop safely. Before shopping online, make sure the website uses secure technology. When you are at the checkout screen, verify that the Web address begins with https. Also, check to see if a tiny locked padlock symbol appears on the page. • Read the site’s privacy policies. Though long and complex, privacy policies tell how the site protects the personal information it collects. Atlantic Stewardship Bank maintains banking locations in Midland Park, Montville, North Haledon, Pequannock, Ridgewood, Waldwick, Westwood, Wyckoff, two ofﬁces in Hawthorne, and two ofﬁces in Wayne. Established in 1985, ASB is a full-service community bank serving both individuals and businesses. The bank’s website is http:// www.asbnow.com. October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 15 Area Dykhouses, Kuiken Brothers honored at celebration Christian Health Care Center in Wyckoff honored township residents Garry and Raeann Dykhouse and Kuiken Brothers Company, Inc. for their legacy of service, leadership, and com- mitment to our communities. “A Celebration of Excellence” was held on Thursday, Oct. 16, at The Terrace at Biagio’s in Paramus. In all, 420 people attended the event, including Wyckoff Mayor Douglas J. Christie and Elizabeth Randall, former Bergen County Freeholder and New Jersey State Insurance Commissioner and current Commissioner of the Bergen County Improvement Authority. The event raised a record-breaking total of more than $260,000 for CHCC’s 2014 Annual Fund, which will be used to make extensive renovations to Heritage Manor West Nursing Home. Garry and Raeann Dykhouse have devoted most of their lives to serving the community. Giving back to others is very impor- tant to both of them. In addition to their commitment and leader- ship at CHCC, together they have served as volunteers for the Wyckoff Volunteer Ambulance Corps and American Red Cross National Disaster Response Program. Kuiken Brothers has been an active supporter of several vol- unteer groups and non-profit organizations, including CHCC, always putting the community’s needs first. Following Hurricane Sandy in 2012, staff at all locations worked quickly to deliver supplies throughout the region, all the while trying to recover from the storm themselves. “Christian Health Care Center was so pleased to present the David F. Bolger Award for Service and Leadership to these extraordinary honorees this year,” said CHCC President and CEO Douglas A. Struyk, CPA, LNHA. “A Celebration of Excel- lence gathered friends and community members to recognize and celebrate the contributions that our honorees have made to our community and the legacy of giving that they have created.” Cynthia and David Visbeen and Bernie M. Flynn, president & CEO of NJM Insurance Group, served as event co-chairs. A special tribute video was presented to showcase the honorees’ community service and leadership. To view the special tribute video and more photos from “A Celebration of Excellence,” visit ChristianHealthCare.org/ACelebrationOfExcellence. CHCC is still accepting gifts in honor of Garry and Raeann Dykhouse and Kuiken Brothers. To make a special tribute gift, visit Christian- HealthCare.org/foundation/donate. A special note will be sent to the honorees acknowledging each gift. CHCC provides a broad continuum of care, including senior- life, short-term rehab, and mental-health services. CHCC is a non-profit organization that was founded more than a century ago. Above: Pictured, seated, from left, are Wayne R. Kuiken of North Haledon; Doug R. Kuiken of Midland Park; Raeann and Garry Dykhouse of Wyckoff; and Cynthia Visbeen of Midland Park. Standing, from left, are Bernie M. Flynn; Henry Kuiken of Fair Lawn; J.T. Bolger of West Milford. David Visbeen of Midland Park; and Douglas A. Struyk of Wayne. Below: Pictured, from left, are Tom Dykhouse of North Haledon; Garry and Raeann Dykhouse of Wyckoff; Larry Dyk- house of Midland Park; and David Dykhouse of Franklin Lakes and Douglas Christie, Wyckoff Township Mayor. (Photos courtesy of David Chen Photography.) Page 16 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 Wyckoff Wanderings Chamber seeks sponsors for Santa event The Wyckoff Chamber of Commerce is seeking spon- sors for its annual Santa Comes to Wyckoff program. This year, Santa will visit on Friday, Dec. 5. This community event features Santa’s arrival on a fire truck, music, give- aways, characters, and refreshments at the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Sponsorships are available in the following categories: premier stocking sponsor, 1,500; coloring book sponsor, $1,000; platinum level, $500; gold status, $250; silver spon- sor, $100; and bronze sponsor, $50. Sponsors will be acknowledged on the flyer inserted in each child’s gift bag, in the local newspaper, and on the Chamber’s website. This year, the Chamber expects to dis- tribute approximately 800 gift bags. Sponsors are invited to mail a check payable to the Wyckoff Chamber of Commerce (with “Santa” on the memo line) to the Wyckoff Chamber of Commerce, c/o Eugene Luccarelli, CPA, 234 Madison Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ 07481. Checks must be received by Nov. 21. For more information, contact Russell Grimm at (201) 560-0861. Sukkot Hop Temple Beth Rishon’s families had a gorgeous morning of visiting home sukkahs for the very popular annual Sukkot Hop. The group enjoyed food and socializing and the children crafted beautiful decorations for the sukkahs, and all with perfect Sukkot weather. Rabbi Emert hosted the first stop of The Sukkot Hop. Rabbi Emert and Canter Mamber led festive singing and shaking the traditional etrog and lulav. Veterans invited to Y luncheon The Wyckoff Family YMCA welcomes area veterans to its Fourth Annual “Salute to Our Veterans” program and luncheon. World War II veterans will be highlighted at the luncheon set for noon on Monday, Nov. 3 at the Y’s 691 Wyckoff Avenue location. The program will feature keynote speaker Dr. Kenneth Herman, a clinical psychologist, author, World War II vet- eran, and long-time Wyckoff resident. Entertainment will be provided by the “Victory Belles,” who will take every- one on a nostalgic journey through World War II-era musi- cal classics. This event is open to all area veterans of any age, free of charge. The fee for guests is $10. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. For more information, con- tact Robin Byrne at the Wyckoff Family YMCA, (201) 891- 2081, extension 129 or robinb@wyckoffymca.org. Wyckoff October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 17 Atkinson’s artwork selected for USPS Forever Stamp Wyckoff resident Janet Atkinson’s ice skaters artwork has been selected by the United Postal Service for the Winter Fun 2014 stamp issue. The stamp is one of four Forever® stamps that recently became avail- able nationwide. The artist was invited to the ﬁrst day of issue ceremony at the Hilton Hotel in New York City. Janet Atkinson (above) and the new stamp series (right) that features her ice skaters. Atkinson is an illustrator, designer, and Web developer who has lived in Wyckoff with her husband, a professional photog- rapher, and over 13 years. They have two daughters. She began her illustration career over 20 years ago, creating works for many notable clients, such as Chase Manhattan Bank, Simon & Schuster, Harvard Busi- ness School, and Sony Music. She is also principal of Atkinson, Inc., a Web design and development ﬁrm. Page 18 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 Stalinism’s last gurgle? While Chinese students in Hong Kong roll into a second month of drastic protest against China’s absence of politi- cal freedom and justice, the Chinese government has a far more serious problem to face. A key witness to make the “comfort woman” story a lodestone of protective anti-Japa- nese propaganda has been exposed as a pathological liar. Josef Stalin – excuse me if you have heard this before – was not a nice man. According to R.J. Rummel of Rut- gers, the British historian Robert Conquest, and the French historian Stephane Courtois, communism murdered about four times as many people as the German-Italian-Japanese Axis -- yet the United States was lured into an alliance with Stalin. The man who did the luring was Harry Dexter White, a U.S. Treasury Department ofﬁcial who knew just what he was doing but was covered by Treasury Secretary Henry Morgenthau Jr. White saved the Soviet Union from ﬁghting the Axis on two fronts by picking a war with Japan when the Japanese were trying to get out of a war with China. He inﬂuenced dumber men in Franklin Delano Roos- evelt’s cabinet to turn down every offer the Japanese made – including an offer to evacuate China (minus Manchuria, which President Theodore Roosevelt conceded to Japan in 1908). When offers choreographed by White demanded Manchuria and what amounted to Japan’s total military capitulation, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor rather than face colonization or internal revolts. The United States lost 400,000 personnel in the war with the Axis, and the Axis lost about 12 million combat- ants and civilians. Stalin was saved. White became a Soviet superhero. Starting about 1946, evidence began to point to extreme Soviet inﬂuence in American foreign policy, leading to a war 80 percent of pre-war Americans wanted to sit out and a war that the generals and admirals had said they did not want to ﬁght. Morgenthau was sacked by Harry Truman in 1945. White – never mentioned in the Morgenthau or Roos- evelt biographies on PBS – was exposed by Soviet defec- tors and American code-breakers. After a hearing where he listed some of the known communists he had admitted to the U.S. Treasury Department, he died of an overdose of digitalis. The Rosenbergs were caught teaching the Russians how to make atomic bombs, and got the chair. The squealer who actually stole the secrets died of old age two weeks ago. Stalin was no longer a good guy by 1950. Justiﬁcation for the war found one undeniable lode- stone: Hitler’s Holocaust. The sickening Nazi mass mur- ders covered a lot of ground toward justifying our presence in Europe. Problem: We got into the war by way of Japan, and the Japanese never murdered any Jews. They sheltered any Jewish refugees who made it to Shanghai in occupied China. What to do? The Japanese killed a number of Chinese. Rummel estimated that Hirohito’s henchmen killed about ﬁve million Chinese, though Chiang Kai-shek, our beloved ally, killed 10 million Chinese. Wait! Rape! The Japanese had raped a number of Chi- nese women and could safely be accused, once we were at war with them, of raping any number the Chinese National- ists said they did. American, British, Danish, and German witnesses estimated about 1,000 rapes at Nanking in 1937, and conﬁrmed 360. The Tokyo Trials in 1948 – carried out in a city where 160,000 Japanese women and children had been killed by incendiary bombs – decided that the actual number had to be 20,000 rapes and 200,000 murders in a city with a population of 200,000, as opposed to the 25,000 Chinese casualties actually buried by Chinese burial crews, who reported that 1.2 percent of the dead were women or children. The Chinese now claim 300,000 dead at Nanking. Communist China may be the only country where dead people reproduce. As a cynical Japanese darkly observed, “Even we can’t kill people more than once.” Rampages by drunken Japanese soldiers were not, however, quite bad enough for general satisfaction. (The Germans, who have a real, organized, documented exter- mination plan to explain away, have bankrolled six sepa- rate ﬁlms about Nanking – which killed fewer women and children than one day at Lidice or Ouradour or one hour of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. The Japanese were not “just as bad as the Nazis” – not even close.) Yet during and just after the war, American and British ofﬁcers learned that Japanese front-line units were amply supplied with pros- titutes who had been purchased by local authorities for family debt and handed over to the Japanese military to work off their time until the debts were paid. The same odious system is still widely practiced in the more back- ward Asian countries. U.S. Army Intelligence Report 49, taken down in Burma in 1944 after interviews with 20 Korean contract prostitutes serving with the Japanese Army, stated: “The majority of the girls were ignorant and uneducated although a few had been connected with ‘the oldest profession on Earth’ before. The contracts they signed bound them to Army regula- tions and to work for the ‘house master’ for six months to a year....the average Korean ‘comfort girl’ was about 25 years old, uneducated, childish, and selﬁsh...They lived in near- luxury in Burma as opposed to other places...they...attended picnics, entertainments, and social dinners....The girls were allowed the prerogative of refusing a customer. This was often done if the person were too drunk...In the later part of 1943 the (Japanese) Army issued orders that certain girls who had paid their debts could return to Korea.” The report was a look at a coarse and morally repulsive abuse of women – but it was not bad enough for the avowed purpose, to convince the world that the Japanese soldiers and nation were rabid carnivorous baboons in need of exter- mination. The American military tolerated the same sort of rampant contract prostitution all over Asia on about the same scale, and everybody who has served knows this. The Germans sometimes did worse on the Eastern Front, and the Russians under Stalin did much worse, sometimes to allies and enemies. Japan’s atrocities, bad as they actually were, were simply not bad enough, at least when done to fellow Asians, to excuse using the wanton 1941 U.S. provocation of Japan to rescue Stalin or the late-war area bombing. Then came Seiji Yoshida, the Stalinist trump card. A Japanese communist who had served in the Japanese Army, Yoshida ran for ofﬁce in Japan on the communist ticket in 1947 and failed to get elected. In 1977, he wrote of his adventures in Korea kidnapping 2,000 girls as sex slaves for the dishonorable emperor. Asahi Shimbun, the biggest Japa- nese leftist newspaper, picked up on Yoshida and eventually published 16 stories describing the “comfort woman” case as replete with kidnapping and rape. Yoshida wrote another book in 1983 on the same vicious adventures, especially those on Jeju Island. In Japan and in Korean translation, his books made him a lot of money. Enter Ikuhito Hata, who noticed serious discrepancies between the facts in the 1977 book and the 1983 book. He dug deeper and said Yoshida the kidnapper was Yoshida the fabricator. Then Asahi Shimbun -- who helped introduce and substantiate the comfort woman case and once supported Yoshida – started digging. The leftist interviewed 40 elderly people of Jeju Island in 2012 and said no Korean girls had been reported as recruited there. Korean academic researchers also said the stories could not be substantiated, and that Yoshida’s descriptions of factories where he kid- napped Korean girls did not match vintage photographs. Yoshida, who died in 2000, claimed he left notes in his wife’s diary. Yoshida’s son said Yoshida’s wife never kept a diary. A Japanese professor from Tokyo University said the military deployments Yoshida described on Jeju Island were entirely wrong and that Yoshida was in the wrong unit to have engaged in voluntary recruiting. Asahi Shimbun retracted all 14 of Yoshida’s comfort women stories. The comfort women were real, and their fate was a sad disgrace to many. They were not kidnap victims. They each received $20,000 from the Japanese government 20 years ago – about the same time the $20,000 U.S. reparations to the Japanese-Americans who were herded into U.S. concen- tration camps at the instigation of Morgenthau and White. Some people must think Morgenthau and White must be covered up at all costs, but FDR let Pearl Harbor happen and White made it happen. Advocates of war with Japan, however, may have ﬁnally used up the comfort women. Could this be American Stalinism’s last gurgle? Letters to the Editor Let’s re-elect Brian Scanlan Dear Editor: Wyckoff Township Committeeman Brian Scanlan is running for re-election. Brian works diligently for the citi- zens of Wyckoff, improving our quality of life in so many ways, and I will vote for his re-election on Nov. 4. Just one way in which Brian is improving our lives is in the quality of our recreation department. Brian Scan- lan is working hard to ensure that Wyckoff citizens of all age groups have top quality recreational opportunities. As the township committee liaison to the Wyckoff Recreation Department, Brian oversaw the creation and execution of a survey that generated more than 500 responses. The survey is being used to assess program effectiveness and to evalu- ate new programs that may be added to current offerings. All of my family members utilize the recreation depart- ment. We appreciate current offerings and look forward to expanded recreational opportunities in the future. The online registration for recreation programs, which Brian championed, is also greatly appreciated as a convenient time saver for busy residents. Please join me in supporting Brian Scanlan for Wyckoff Township Committee. Let us keep this hard-working, caring, dedicated individual in ofﬁce. Susan Fuhr Wyckoff Urges support for Christie & Yudin Dear Editor: For decades, the Township of Wyckoff has beneﬁted from strong Republican leadership, which has maintained Wyckoff’s small town charm, volunteer spirit, and ﬁscal conservatism. Neighboring communities often marvel at how Wyckoff has been able to provide excellent municipal service, while holding the line on municipal taxes. Again this year, the Republican candidates for Wyckoff Township Committee, current Mayor Doug Christie and running mate Susan Yudin, espouse these same principles. Both Doug and Sue are business owners who have raised their respective families in Wyckoff. As business owners, they know how vitally important it is to set a responsible budget and live within it. They will bring the same common- sense ﬁscal responsibility to the township committee. As a former mayor of Wyckoff, and as a current member of the Wyckoff Republican County Committee, I ask you to support the Christie-Yudin ticket on Nov. 4. Christopher P. DePhillips Wyckoff Residents and children will be well served with Holst Dear Editor: I have known Vicki Holst for 15 years and believe she is an outstanding candidate for the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. As someone who has known her professionally, I can tell you Holst has the professionalism, determination, and intelligence it takes to represent all of the constituents of any community. I have observed her on multiple indus- try boards and committees and have had the pleasure to see ﬁrsthand how she effectively impacts building consensus on a board. When I ﬁrst met Holst, she was in sales. I watched her (continued on page 19) October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 19 Letters to the Editor (continued from page 18) steadily move up the ladder as she consistently demon- strated a strong work ethic. Simply put, when you work with her, you immediately know Holist is the kind of person people want on their team. She always comes to the table prepared. As well as being experienced and extremely knowledgeable, she is highly approachable by colleagues who often seek her feedback and input. Holst’s style is collaborative. She actively seeks input and responds to changing needs. She has determination that cannot be beat, earning the respect of everyone in our industry. Holst is a detail-oriented, highly accessible team player who has made my job easier. Any board has its unique challenges, and I have seen Holst face them head-on with success. She understands firsthand that, as a board member, her decisions must include all stakeholders and not be based on emotions or personal agendas. Franklin Lakes would be lucky to have Vicki Holst on its board of education and the residents and children would be well served. Leonard Douglen Livingston Brian Scanlan: A leader to respect Dear Editor: As Americans, now more than ever, we know that lead- ership requires education, intelligence, character, experi- ence, and wisdom. A representative of all people must have integrity, open-mindedness, and experience and a record of achieving and preserving fiscal responsibility in the com- munity. Demonstration of knowledge, creativity and pres- ence, caring, and responsiveness to the needs and desires of the public are essential. A candidate for public office with these attributes who will not use the office to reward supporters or punish oppo- nents is Brian Scanlan. He can, and I believe he will, change the practice of one-party inbreeding without regard to the above qualities of leadership and ethical bipartisan repre- sentation. Mr. Scanlan is mindful of the need for optimal communication with the taxpayers through his regular e- mail bulletin. He is an active participant in all community activities. He is responsible for the Nifty-Fifty recycling program and has obtained grant funding for open space projects. Because of my last letter of endorsement of Mr. Scan- lan, I was crudely terminated from the board of health after 35 years of dedicated, professional service. Other justified citizens on other boards can give similar testimony. This bureaucratic brazenness is reprehensible. Brian Scanlan remains a man of faith and a man for all seasons, for all citizens, and for public benefit at affordable cost. Please join me in re-electing Brian Scanlan to the Wyckoff Township Committee on Nov. 4. Dorothy Voorman-Fish Wyckoff Voting for Dixon, Holst, and Koulikourdis Dear Editor: Randy Dixon, Vicki Holst, and Peter Koulikourdis dem- onstrate a passion and dedication to serve on the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. On a currently splintered board, Dixon, Holst, and Koulikourdis offer collaboration, trans- parency, respect, and a fresh and objective perspective. Dixon, Holst, and Koulikourdis have a combination of reason, calm, intelligence, honesty, and integrity – all of which are necessary to attain consensus and get results. They have proven track records of respectful stature in our community and their individual professions. They listen. They learn. They are thoughtful, and will make reasoned and balanced decisions. They want to work with our educa- tors. At the Oct. 7 Candidates Night, some questions from a member of the audience, in my opinion, were presented in an aggressive matter. It quickly became apparent that the three candidates, Dixon, Holst, and Koulikourdis are the right ones for the job. They handled this type of question- ing with composure, intelligence, and respect. These are some of the characteristics that are essential to be a suc- cessful trustee. On Nov. 4, I will be voting for Dixon, Host, and Kou- likourdis, three outstanding candidates who have stepped up to represent the future of the board of education. As a parent, I am placing my trust in them to make informed decisions with the utmost respect for fellow trustees and members of the community. Dixon, Holst, and Koulikourdis share my goal of main- taining excellence and bringing the focus back to our chil- dren. I invite Franklin Lakes residents to join me in making a much-needed change in our board of education. Amparo Underfer Franklin Lakes Urges support for Randy Dixon Dear Editor: I am writing in support of Randy Dixon’s election to the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. I have known Mr. Dixon for over 20 years. During that time, he has consistently sought to volunteer and contribute positively within his community. He chose Franklin Lakes as the home for his family because of his commitment to providing the best possible environment for them. Part of that decision revolved around ensuring an excellent school system for his two children, who are currently enrolled at FAMS and WAS. Mr. Dixon’s devotion to his children has inspired him to make sure they each continue to receive a quality education. Mr. Dixon’s national business experience means he has an understanding of the education needed to excel in today’s competitive world. His successful work experience has also resulted in a strong emphasis on fiscal responsi- bility and the transparency needed to provide accountabil- ity. As a loving father invested in the best interest of his children, he will be able to balance those business impera- tives to take on the challenges faced by the Franklin Lakes school system and meet the needs of students, teachers, and the community. My mother taught first grade for 38 years in rural Amer- ica. Like Randy Dixon, she understood the cornerstones to success and happiness are a good education and the sup- port of family. I see in Mr. Dixon the same commitment to family, education, and community that my mother brought to every day of her life. She made a positive difference in the lives of so many, and I know Randy Dixon would do the same as a member of the Franklin Lakes Board of Educa- tion. I urge you to cast a vote on Nov. 4 to elect Randy Dixon as a trustee of the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. Jim Brown Washington, D.C. Scanlan has earned trust Dear Editor: When Brian Scanlan was elected to the township com- mittee, we began to see the value in having a governing body with a variety of views on the issues, and whose members don’t always agree on everything. Over the last five years, Committeeman Scanlan has brought more transparency and an unprecedented level of access to a public official. His cell phone number and e-mail address are on all his campaign material. When have we seen that before? Committeeman Scanlan has a well-established tradition of walking his constituency that makes him stand out. He actively seeks residents’ ideas and opinions on the issues while forming his own. He has demonstrated a common sense fiscal conservatism. As a result, we have improved solutions to problems, and we have found new ways to save tax dollars. Beyond having someone who acts as a check on a one-group monopoly, in Committeeman Scanlan we have someone who is not afraid to ask the tough questions. I am registered as an unaffiliated independent. At all levels, I vote the person, not the party. I encourage my fellow Wyckoff residents that no matter how they may vote in the other elections, to vote to re-elect Committeeman Scanlan on Nov.4, as he has earned my trust. Henry Velez, MD Wyckoff Trustee committed to excellence Dear Editor: I would be honored to continue to serve as a trustee on the Franklin Lakes K-8 Board of Education. During my tenure on the board we accomplished so much, and I am proud to have contributed to our successes. For example, this past year alone, our board unanimously approved the appointment of our new superintendent, a 2014-15 budget with a $0 net tax increase, and a 1:1 laptop initiative in the middle school. Over the past four years, I have educated myself about the issues specific to our district, as well as those on the state and national levels that impact us locally. As a member of the New Jersey School Board Association’s Legislative Committee, I’ve had a firsthand look at the process by which decisions are made that directly impact our district. Being recognized by the Bergen County School Board Associa- tion for my commitment to professional development and school governance was an honor, but more importantly it has afforded me the opportunity to interact with other dis- trict leadership and share best practices, which has proven to be valuable to Franklin Lakes. I possess the right combination of experience and unwavering commitment to public education that will keep our district moving forward. I remain committed to ensur- ing every student at every grade level is best prepared for a bright future, delivering strategically sound budgets that are respectful of taxpayer dollars and continuing my deep commitment to public education excellence through supe- rior professional development. I am a parent, a resident, and a public servant. I am grateful for your support and ask for your vote on Nov. 4. Susan McGowan Franklin Lakes (The opinions expressed above are my own and do not represent those of the Franklin Lakes K-8 Board of Educa- tion.) Candidate introduces herself Dear Editor: My name is Jennifer Marcus and I am running for the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. Originally from Mich- igan, I moved to New Jersey to pursue my medical career. I am a practicing anesthesiologist, while my husband Raj Raab is a neurosurgeon. Raised in a close-knit family that emphasized traditional values, hard work, and education, I would honor the oppor- tunity to serve on the board of education. I am the proud mother of two sons: Galen, age 15, currently at Indian Hills; and Benjamin, age six, at Colonial Road School. I am fortu- nate to experience our education system at the elementary school level as well as witness its results in high school. I feel it is our duty to give back to our community. I have been a supporter of the Philip’s Academy in Newark, a charter school that nurtures the children that walk through its doors amidst a very challenging environment, I also served on several hospital boards and committees where we focus on charitable surgical cases to ensure patients get the medical care they need, despite their socio-economical situation. Over the past several years, our school system has undergone radical changes. The board of education is a nonpartisan position and I wish to put our children first. I vow to work collaboratively with all trustees to ensure fiscal responsibility and transparency. In addition, my background as a doctor has exposed me to high-pressure situations where the ability to make impartial decisions based upon fact is critical. It’s our duty as parents to ensure that our children will be equipped to compete in an increasingly global society, and our job to work together with our educators to make this happen. For more information, please go to www.marcus4flboe. com or look for Jennifer Marcus for Franklin Lakes Board of Education on Facebook. Jennifer Marcus Franklin Lakes Loprete pledges positive leadership Dear Editor: As president of the Franklin Lakes Board of Education, I have had the opportunity to help lead change that has directly impacted the students, teachers, and parents of our great town. Among the many accomplishments that I am proud of during my tenure as president is the hiring of our new superintendent, Dr. Lydia Furnari. I led the board in the unanimous selection of Dr. Furnari to be our new school leader. Under her guidance, I have complete confidence our school district will once again be recognized as a top school district. As president, I also led the board on the unanimous approval of the 1:1 laptop initiative at the middle school. This technology will help our middle school students become 21st century learners, as well as prepare them for the new PARCC exam. In addition, this initiative will help our students be better prepared for high school and beyond. (continued on page 20) Page 20 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 Letters to the Editor (continued from page 19) As president of the board, I also have a great respon- sibility to the taxpayers, including those citizens without kids currently in our school system. During my time on the board, I have been fiscally responsible by saving taxpayers approximately $1.1 million by operating under the two per- cent tax cap levy that’s permissible by law. For the 2014-15 school year, we had a net tax increase of $0. It has been an honor and pleasure to serve on the Frank- lin Lakes Board of Education these past four-plus years, and to serve as president the past 17 months. I am proud of what we have accomplished during this time and I look forward to a very bright, exciting future for the students of the Franklin Lakes School District. Please vote for me on Nov. 4 so we can continue in this positive direction. Larry Loprete Franklin Lakes (These opinions are my own and do not represent those of the Franklin Lakes Board of Education.) Urges votes for McGowan Dear Editor: I am writing to show support to re-elect Susan McGowan to the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. The board has had several tough decisions over the past four years. I’ve admired Susan’s dedication to sift through each issue displaying the utmost in fairness, professional- ism, and good judgment. Through her leadership, she, along with other board members, has positioned the Franklin Lakes school system to excel to the next level. We have an excellent school system with top leadership in part due to her continued commitment to all of our children. My hope is that you join me in voting for Susan McGowan on Nov. 4. Her re-election will ensure that our schools continue to move in a positive direction. Margaret Raphael Franklin Lakes Voting for independents Dear Editor: On Nov. 4, I will be voting for Holst, Dixon, and Koulik- ourdis. I have been an active parent in the Franklin Lakes School District for 10 years and served two years as a PTA president. I regularly attend board of education meetings and have seen our board in action. While residents can listen to meeting podcasts, nothing replaces being present to witness the conduct and demeanor of trustees. Holst, Dixon, and Koulikourdis are who we need to restore inde- pendent, informed, and respectful dialogue to our board of education. Holst, a bright, successful business owner and parent of two, is active in our schools and community. She regularly attends board meetings and knows the issues affecting our schools. Nobody tells Holst what to think. We need that kind of smart, independent voice at the table. Dixon, a successful account executive with two children in our schools, has also been a presence at board meetings. His calm, respectful style makes him a unifier, something we need on our board. Koulikourdis is an attorney, mediator, and parent of four young children. His skill set and experience, coupled with his always professional and respectful demeanor, will inject a new voice, fresh perspective, and intelligent profes- sionalism we need. I encourage all residents to watch the video of the Oct. 7 Candidates’ Town Hall (available at www.dixon4flboe. com/town-hall/). It shows Holst, Dixon, and Koulikourdis addressing difficult questions from a challenging audience member with the respect and composure we need on the board. In my opinion, Holst, Dixon, and Koulikourdis are not beholden to outside groups. They will represent all stake- holders with the independent, informed and respectful rep- resentation we all deserve and our schools need. On Nov. 4, vote for independents Holst, Dixon, and Koulikourdis. Rebecca Rund Franklin Lakes Voting for Christie & Yudin Dear Editor: We have lived in Wyckoff for 49 years. It was the perfect place to raise our three sons, and it has been the perfect place to retire. This is due to the Republican leadership that Wyckoff has always had. They have always been fiscally respon- sible and responsive to the needs of all of the residents. This year, we have the opportunity to continue that leadership. Doug Christie, our current mayor, is a lifelong resident of Wyckoff and a graduate of our schools. He has been active in many different groups in our community includ- ing coaching recreational sports, volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, 25 years on the Wyckoff Fire Department, chaplain for the fire department, chairman of the zoning board of adjustment, and an elder in the Wyckoff Reformed Church. He is a general contractor in town and has worked hard to preserve the small town charm that Wyckoff has. I have seen him as mayor this year lead the township committee meetings and know that he respects and values the opinions and concerns of all of the residents. Susan Yudin has lived in Wyckoff for more than 40 years. She, too, has been active in many different groups. She served on the Wyckoff Design Review Board and is currently a member of the Wyckoff Zoning Board of Adjustment and the Wyckoff Chamber of Commerce. She is a founding member and sits on the board of the Wyckoff Love Fund, an organization that supports local families in need. And she served as president of Temple Emanuel of North Jersey. Her experience in running a business in Wyckoff makes her uniquely qualified to serve on the township committee. She knows and understands the needs of our businesses as well as our residents. Together, Doug and Susan represent all of the residents and businesses that make Wyckoff the special town that it is. We are very fortunate to have two votes each and we both intend to use them to ensure that the values and tradi- tions of Wyckoff continue. Susan and Joel Winton Wyckoff Re-elect Larry Loprete Dear Editor: Re-elect Larry Loprete for BOE. Why? Since we des- perately need people like Larry Loprete on our BOE! At the Oct. 14 BOE meeting, Dr. Furnari, our new superin- tendent, recommended the reinstatement of the middle school flagship advanced math program. This program was eliminated last May based on the recommendation of the previous superintendent and the director of curriculum, despite overwhelming objection voiced by various stake- holders. Eight BOE members voted in favor of eliminat- ing a program that proved itself successful and essential for advanced middle school math students. Only one member voted against it, and that was Larry Loprete! Prior to his election in 2011, Larry promised to protect the programs and look out for all students. Being a man of integrity who has a genuine care for the level of educa- tion provided, Larry voted against the decision to eliminate a vital program, one that ensured our students’ competi- tiveness in math placement and when applying to top high schools. Since Larry’s tenure on the BOE, during which he served as a BOE member and currently as its president, our school district has undergone changes that bring hope to students, parents, and teachers alike. Some of these changes include the hiring of a new superintendent who brings an impres- sive track record and skill set along with sincere care for students. Further, our district has hired a new director of curriculum who collaborates with our devoted teachers to improve the programs being offered to our children. We owe it to the children of Franklin Lakes to continue having Larry on the BOE, as what we need is people like him: capable, dedicated, and ethical people who perceive the betterment of the education provided to all the children of Franklin Lakes to be their true mission. Dr. Tal Millet Franklin Lakes Endorses Dixon & McGowan Dear Editor: In the midst of the upcoming election, I am writing this letter to make my position known that I am endorsing Randy Dixon and Susan McGowan as they run for board of education trustee positions in Franklin Lakes. I believe that a mixture of seasoned board members and brand new board members who can bring a fresh perspective would be the ideal combination at this time. I recognize those individuals who have successfully and graciously volunteered their time to support public educa- tion in our Franklin Lakes community and want to re-elect Susan to the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. Although I have known Susan for only a few years, I know she is a straightforward, independent thinker who is able to make tough decisions. She invests countless hours to dedicating herself to public service, educating herself about issues that are specific to our district, as well as those at the county and state level. Susan is experienced and has a proven track record and unwavering dedication to serving our commu- nity. Susan is a trustee who will continue to be a respon- sible voice on the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. I have known Randy and his family for over eight years and, in that time, I have learned much about Randy’s values for which I have great respect. Randy is not only an upstanding member of our community and very likable on a personal level but a truly dedicated father to his two chil- dren. (I’ll bet that no other full time working father spends as much time volunteering at the schools as he does.) He also exemplifies fairness, honesty, integrity, and thought- fulness. He is enthusiastic about taking on this role as a trustee and as someone who would be new to the current board he will bring fresh ideas and perspective. He believes that the board is not a place for negativity and that every board member should be accountable for their vote by expressing why they voted a particular way. Randy believes in consensus building and will focus on bringing board members together to discuss things in an open and honest dialogue. Randy takes pride in our school system and truly wants it to be the absolute best it can be while keeping class size small, yet being fiscally respon- sible. In his own words he has said to me, “My only goal is to work with the other board members, the administration and staff to make sure our schools are run well and we can be proud of our achievements.” I believe that both Randy’s and Susan’s attributes will be assets to the board. Susan and Randy have my complete support, my total trust, my utmost respect, my best wishes, and also my vote. They need your vote, too, to keep our schools the best they can be. Lori Lazan Franklin Lakes Koulikourdis, Holst,& Dixon bring fresh perspective to BOE Dear Editor: After several years of conflict and consternation, with the hiring of a new superintendent, the Franklin Lakes school community is well positioned for a fresh start. In order to take advantage of this opportunity, I believe it is critically important that we infuse the board with new blood and elect new members who will bring new ideas, open minds and, most importantly, distance from the unpleasantness and rancor of recent years. Early indications are, even with the recent changes, it is business as usual with the majority of the old board. While not a charred, post-apocalyptic landscape, there is still scarring. The grudges and pre-dispositions of the past lurk in the background and we still see a majority of the exist- ing board marching in lockstep, making decisions based on preconceived notions and preordained agendas. Perhaps more disturbing is the insidious creeping of dogma into the debate. I read Mr. Davis’ letter of last week in horror – not for the cartoonishly ill-informed character- ization of school volunteers as “cookie bakers” (though the statement is patently offensive) – but rather for the mis- guided and grossly mistaken affirmative statements set forth therein. Contrary to Mr. Davis’ letter, there is no soft- ware that is replacing traditional teaching. Additionally, I am beyond concerned as to the concept of reviewing and changing curriculum based on a fear that it is propagat- ing the interests of the federal government. This position, borne of equal measures of paranoia and political dema- goguery, has no place in a conversation about how we run our K-8 school system. The classroom is no place for dogma and the school board is no place for political zealotry. The only zealot I want is someone who is zealously committed to the best interests of our children and fostering a nurturing, pro- ductive and first class environment for learning. I have no interest in, or patience for, anyone looking to advance a social and political agenda in my child’s school. We have a new superintendent. We have an opportunity. We can reboot: Move forward in a productive manner, free (continued on page 21) October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 21 Letters to the Editor (continued from page 20) from agendas, free from baggage and free from misplaced activism. Peter Koulikourdis, Vicki Holst, and Randy Dixon, regardless of their baking talents, are all profession- als and dedicated community members who will bring a fresh perspective to the school board. I urge you to join me in supporting them in this year’s election. David S. Catuogno Franklin Lakes McGowan has effected positive change Dear Editor: I am writing on behalf of my wife, Susan McGowan, who is running for re-election to the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. In her four years on the board, she has served with distinction and has demonstrated an unwavering com- mitment to taking actions that are in the best interests of our children’s education while being a responsible steward for you, the taxpayers. She has played a major role putting our district in a position to realize our high performing poten- tial. She has shown the ability to make tough decisions to get us there. Some of those decisions were made in the face of very sharp and, at times, highly disrespectful personal criticism by a vocal minority. She ignored the vitriol, and we are a better district for it. During Susan’s tenure, she played a key role securing a highly talented new superintendent who is making strides in bringing our district together, reversing the divisiveness that existed under her predecessor. Susan displayed leader- ship in deciding to replace the previous curriculum director with a well-respected, home grown individual who under- stands this district and enjoys overwhelming support from our educators. Because of this decision, our district is in a better place. Susan’s only agenda is the excellence of this district. Her dedication was recognized by being awarded the pres- tigious Janet S. Lobsenz Award for excellence. She takes her responsibilities seriously and has spent time serving on the Legislative Committee of New Jersey School Boards Association in order to bring a broader perspective to our board. We should all be proud to have someone as passionate and caring as Susan is, serving them. Susan has effected positive change for our district. I ask that you join with me and re-elect her so she can finish the job she started. P.J. McGowan Franklin Lakes Support for Dixon Dear Editor: I am a former Franklin Lakes neighbor of Randy Dixon and I was not surprised that he is running for the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. I have known Dixon for many years and have had four children go through the Franklin Lakes school system. I know he has been concerned about some of the issues swirling around the board. And I know that he is the type of person who will know just how to impact the board is a very positive way. I think we can trust Dixon to bring his heart and intel- ligence to unite the board. He will help the board focus on the facts, not emotion. Dixon is not egotistical. He will not bring a personal agenda to the conversation. Rather he is level-headed, smart, focused, and big-hearted. When I think of the type of person I want sitting at the table that decides critical issues related to our schools, I want someone who will work effectively with administra- tors. I believe Dixon will help support the administration and teachers, listening to the best ways to provide them the necessary resources to ensure our children have the best education possible. On Nov. 4, please vote for my friend Randy Dixon. Beth O’Connor Wayne Children need McGowan Dear Editor: As a private citizen and borough resident since 1976, I’m impressed by dedicated and effective board members who advance our children’s standard of excellence and achieve- ment in cooperative partnerships with our teachers and administrators. Susan McGowan embodies this tradition and I will vote for her re-election to the board of education. She is a proven effective leader with good listening skills, a commitment to cooperative governance and fiscal responsibility, plus a passion for continuous improvement. I’m impressed with her analytical, planning, problem solving, decision making, team building, and interpersonal skills. She avoids distrac- tive and divisive preoccupation with mundane slogans focusing instead on defining key issues and developing effective programs. Susan’s experience portfolio will advance the continu- ing success of our schools. Her accomplishments are also recognized by the Bergen County School Boards Associa- tion. She received their prestigious Janet S. Lobsenz award and was selected to serve on the New Jersey School Boards Association’s Legislative Committee in Trenton. Susan works to ensure effective use of our tax dollars by supporting budgets saving taxpayers over $1.1 million and operating under the two percent cap with 0% net tax increase for 2014-15. She champions small class sizes, professional development, and meaningful technology ini- tiatives. Sue helped guide the board to select a new superin- tendent with impressive performance-oriented credentials to achieve these objectives. We need to continue our board’s performance and devel- opment initiatives. Please join me in voting on Nov. 4 for Sue McGowan, Board President Larry Loprete, and Dr. Jennifer Marcus to bring expended operational vision and program direction to a unified and forward looking board of education. Peter M. Swist Franklin Lakes Re-elect McGowan to BOE Dear Editor: BOE elections are sometimes about issues, sometimes about people, and sometimes about finances. What they should almost always be is about qualifications (i.e. educa- tion, life and work experiences) and, whenever available, information and data. Susan McGowan was unanimously selected by mem- bers of the BOE to fill a one-year vacancy in 2010. The following year, Susan was elected by the voters of Franklin Lakes to a three-year term. Susan was the top vote-getter in that election. In the three years since her election, Susan was selected by her fellow BOE members to serve as board president, chair of the Policy Committee, and a member of the Tech- nology, Personnel, Curriculum, and Negotiations commit- tees. Among her many contributions to the BOE, Susan was instrumental in the identification and appointment of our new superintendent, voted to support the middle school’s 1:1 laptop initiative, and worked to ensure that the K-8 dis- trict operated under the two percent cap levy with a 0% net tax increase in 2014-15. In recognition of her work and expertise at the board level, Susan was appointed to the New Jersey School Board Association’s Legislative Committee in Trenton and was awarded the Janet S. Lobsenz Award by the Bergen County School Boards Association for her commitment to profes- sional development and school governance on the local, county, and state levels. Susan McGowan as has proven to be an outstanding advocate for education in Franklin Lakes. Her re-election to the K-8 BOE makes sense on all fronts. Michael Ben-David J.D., M.Ed. Franklin Lakes (Please know that, as I am a current member of the Franklin Lakes BOE, these opinions are my own and do not represent those of the Franklin Lakes BOE.) Lucky to have McGowan Dear Editor: I first met Susan McGowan in 2011 when I was running against her for the Franklin Lakes K-8 Board of Education. Since then, I have had the pleasure to work with her as a trustee representing our community. As a resident of Franklin Lakes, I would like to thank Susan for the countless hours she has dedicated to our chil- dren. Not only does she serve as a trustee for our schools, but she regularly attends New Jersey School Board Asso- ciation meetings to stay abreast of current events, as well as serves as a representative on its Legislative Committee. Over the last three years, our board has learned a tremen- dous amount from Susan. The information she has provided on the current landscape of education from the prospective of school boards around the state, including, but not limited to, best practices, policy, as well as updates from Trenton, has been so valuable. As impressed as I have been working with Susan, it was substantiated when I attended a recent NJSBA event that honored her. Listening to the compliments and accolades from board members across Bergen County, as well as rep- resentatives from NJSBA - I was so proud to be working with her, and I know that our community would feel the same if they heard this for themselves. Nobody who lives in our town has more knowledge and is more dedicated to improving education for our children than Susan McGowan. We are so fortunate to have some- one like her representing us. Please join me on Nov. 4 in voting for Ms. McGowan for Franklin Lakes K-8 School Board Trustee. Craig Urciuoli Franklin Lakes (The opinions above are my own, and are not those of the Franklin Lakes K-8 School Board.) Support for Dixon, Holst, & Koulikourdis Dear Editor: Please join me in supporting Randy Dixon, Vicki Holst, and Peter Koulikourdis for the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. As a current board member, I have watched in dismay some of the decisions made by the majority board members this past year and a half, decisions that were made with little public discussion or reasons given to support those decisions. I believe in transparency, collaborative engagement, respectful discourse, and deliberate conver- sation amongst all board members and the public. There has not been enough of that going on and it is time for a change. Dixon, Holst, and Koulikourdis each bring assets that will benefit the board. They are all successful business people who have been involved in their communities, churches, and schools as well as having sat on other boards. They each have defined platforms that will move us into the future to focus on the welfare of our students, academic needs, being fiscally minded and working collaboratively with other board members. We need people like Dixon, Holst, and Koulikourdis representing our district. They are the people with whom I want to serve on the board over the next couple of years and I am confident that they will be assets to the Franklin Lakes Board of Education with their unique capabilities and their dedication to our community. In the best interests of the students, school district, and Franklin Lakes community as a whole, I urge you to join me in voting for Randy Dixon, Vicki Holst, and Peter Koulikourdis on Nov. 4. Jackie Veliky Franklin Lakes (The opinions expressed in this letter are mine and do not represent the board of education.) Page 22 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 Obituaries Walter Burger Walter Burger of Midland Park died Oct. 16. He was 83. He was born in Bern, Switzerland. He completed a four-year machinist apprenticeship and then earned his diploma as chemist in 1955. In 1956, he began his career at Hoffmann La Roche in Basel, Switzerland. In 1966, he continued his 49 years as a research chemist with Hoffman LaRoche in Nutley, and retired in 2005. He is survived by his wife Charlotte, his son Daniel of Florida, New York, and three grandchildren. Arrangements were made by C.C. Van Emburgh Funeral Home in Ridgewood. North Carolina and Linda Tillinghast of Allendale. He is also survived by three granddaughters and his sisters Mar- garet Van Etten of Weaverville, North Carolina and Con- stance Hoffman of Seminole, Florida. Arrangements were made by Van Emburgh-Sneider-Pernice Funeral Home in Ramsey. Memorial donations may be made to the Archer United Methodist Church Endowment Fund, 37 East Allen- dale Avenue, Allendale, NJ 07401. Donald Latz Janet Cariou Donald Latz of Mahwah died Oct. 17. He was 62. He was a mechanic by profession and an Eagle Scout. He served as deacon and elder in Faith Reformed Church in Lodi and later at the Ramapo Reformed Church in Mahwah. He is survived by his wife Marian (nee DeLooper) and his daugh- ter Amanda Felegi. He is also survived by his mother Lil- lian and his brother Gary. He was predeceased by his father William. Arrangements were made by Van-Emburgh- Sneider-Pernice Funeral Home in Ramsey. Memorial donations may be made to the New Jersey State Library Talking Book and Braille Center, Attention: Development Department., 2300 Stuyvesant Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08618 or www.njstatelib.org and select talking books. Hans R. Ita Norma Outslay, nee Knyfd, of Midland Park died Oct. 15. She was 89. She was a member of Faith Reformed Church in Midland Park. Before retiring in 2006, she was a dietary aide for Van Dyk Health Care and worked for 33 years in Van Dyk Manor in Ridgewood. She is survived by her sons Frank Outslay of Midland Park and Edmund Outslay of East Lansing, Michigan. She is also survived by six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and her sister Margaret Breen of Midland Park. She was predeceased by her husband Frank and her siblings Nellie, Garrett, Clar- ence, James, Arthur, and Edmund. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memo- rial donations may be made to Faith Reformed Church, 95 Prospect Street, Midland Park, NJ 07432. Janet Cariou, nee Matyasovski, of Wyckoff, formerly of Passaic, died Oct. 18. She was 74. Before retiring in 2010, she was a librarian for the Passaic Library for 25 years. She was a member of the Most Holy Name of Jesus SNCC in Passaic and its Women’s Guild. She was a member of the Clifton Elks Lodge. She is survived by her children John Pierre Cariou of Wayne, Lynn Marie Bruggemann and her husband John of Wyckoff, and Stacy DeGeyter and her husband Robert of Elmwood Park. She is also survived by six grandchildren and her son-in-law John Dotterweigh of Andover. She was predeceased by her husband Raymond Cariou and her daughter Elaine Dotterweich. Arrange- ments were made by Browning-Forshay Funeral Home in Hawthorne. Hans R. Ita of Ridgewood died Oct. 14. He was 70. He was a loving husband, father, and brother. Memorial dona- tions may be made to www.psp.org/donate. Truman Elmer Keet Truman Elmer Keet of Allendale died Oct. 16. He was 95. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. He graduated from Ridgewood High School in 1937 and later earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Cornell University, where he was active in crew, ROTC, and the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. He was a profes- sional chemical engineer with the M. W. Kellogg Co. in New York City, working in the heat transfer division. During this time, he continued his education, receiving his master’s in chemical engineering from Stevens Insti- tute of Technology. He later worked for Blaw Knox Co. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Chemplant Designs in New York City. He ended his career designing oil refineries with CF Braun & Co. in Murray Hill, later transferring to their headquarters in Alhambra, California. He retired in 1985. He was a member of Archer United Methodist Church in Allendale, serving on many committees over the years and helping to establish the endowment fund. He was also a member of the Activities Club of Glen Rock and Allendale VFW Post 10181. He is survived by his wife Mildred of Allendale and his daughters Marilyn Templin of Charlotte, Norma Outslay Marie E. Penna Marie E. Penna of Mahwah died Oct. 16. She was 88. She was a self-employed bookkeeper. She was a member of the Mahwah Woman’s Club and the Valley Hospital Women’s Auxiliary. She is survived by her son Mitchell Penna, three grandchildren, and her brother Ted Secola. She was pre- deceased by her husband Alfred J. Penna, her son Michael Penna, and her sister Joan Pearsall. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Peter M. Raffetto Peter M. Raffetto of Raleigh, North Carolina, formerly of Ridgewood, died Oct. 16. He was 78. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He was a 1957 graduate of the University of Notre Dame. He was a CPA and worked as an execu- tive in finance at three prominent law firms in New York City. He retired in 2002. He was a member of the NYSCPA and AICPA and a member of the Notre Dame Alumni Club of Raleigh. He is survived by his wife Carol and his chil- dren Diane Delorenzo, Paul Raffetto, Lynn Moll, Alison Donnelly, and Susan O’Connor. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and his siblings Jean Branigan, Irene Sil- verman, and Jim Raffetto. Arrangements were made by Feeney Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Sieglinde M. Sickinger Sieglinde M. Sickinger of Upper Saddle River died Sept. 3. She was 73. She is survived by her husband Manfred; her children Kurt, Jimmy, and Nancy; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Arrangements were made by Becker Funeral Home in Westwood. Memorial donations may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 230 East Ohio Street, Suite 304, Chicago, Illinois 60611-3201. Richard Steuerwald Richard Steuerwald of Mahwah died Oct. 21. He was 83. He was born in Wurzburg, Germany, and moved to America in 1955. He was president of his own business, ABD, Inc. in North Bergen. He served for 20 years on the board of Schuetzen Park Corp. and on the executive board of Fritz Reuter Life Care Center. He was a member of the board of directors at Valley National Bank. He is survived by his daughter Linda Steuerwald of Midland Park and five grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings Katarina Reinhardt and Valentine Steuerwald, both of Germany. He was predeceased by his wife Anni, and his daughter Angelika Sternowski. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to Fritz Reuter Lifecare Community, 3161 Ken- nedy Boulevard, North Bergen, NJ 07047, or a charity of choice. William Cooper Thomas William Cooper Thomas of Wyckoff, formerly of Vir- ginia, died Oct. 22. He was 75. He is survived by his sister of Dixie Chappell of Wyckoff; his nieces and nephew Leonore Dee Moramarco, Richard Chappell, and Amy Slutkin; and many grand-nieces and grand-nephews. He was predeceased by his parents William and Julia (nee Cooper) Thomas. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat-Vermeulen Memorial Home in Franklin Lakes. Memorial donations may be made to the Christian Health Care Center, 301 Sicomac Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ 07481. Steve (Stamatios) Tsotsoros Steve (Stamatios) Tsotsoros of Mahwah died Oct. 21. He was 84. Born in Enoria, Greece, he served in the Greek Navy and the Greek Merchant Marines. He was a painter for Shatz Painting Company in New York City and was a member of Local Union 18 IBPAT. He is survived by his wife Mary and his children Mary E. Tsotsoros of Nyack, New York, Irene Lahr of Mahwah, Stephen Tsotsoros of Durham, North Carolina, Kali Villela of Leonia, and Mar- garet McGee of Raleigh, North Carolina. He is also sur- vived by eight grandchildren, one great-grandson, and his sister Eveghelia Andriotis of Greece. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memo- rial donations may be made to the ALS Association, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 6051, Albert Lea, MN 56007. October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 23 Park Windmill Midland Park Library at 250 Godwin Avenue or by calling (201) 444-8601. The fundraiser will support the charitable works of the Lions Club. Ski club to hold winter trips The Midland Park High School Ski Club will spon- sor four trips to Mountain Creek this winter. Trips are scheduled for Jan. 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2015. Students must purchase tickets for all four dates by Nov. 24. Participants will qualify for the group discount rate from the ski resort. The cost for transportation will be $155 for all four trips. Equipment rental and damage insurance are available. Checks for the bus transportation must be made pay- able to “MPCE” and returned along with the permis- sion/medical form by Nov. 25. A “transportation only” option is also available for purchase through Midland Park Continuing Education. There are options for family and friends to buy dis- counted mid-week/all access season passes, meal vouch- ers, and fun packs. For details and forms, visit MPHS Ski Club 2014- 2015 Packet. For further information contact JoAnn Francolino at the MPCE office, (201) 444-2030 or Jfrancolino@mpsnj.org. Auxiliary plans shopping fundraiser The Midland Park Branch of the Valley Hospital Aux- iliary will hold an Oct. 28 fundraiser at Chico’s in Tice’s Corner, 441 Chestnut Ridge Road in Woodcliff Lake. The day of the event, the women’s clothing store will donate 10 percent of all purchases made between 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to the auxiliary. Scouts host Baby Bundles Drive The Midland Park Girl Scouts’ Baby Bundles Drive is being held throughout October. This community effort helps local babies get a good start. New and unused baby items are welcome. Collection boxes are located at the Midland Park Library, the Highland and Godwin schools, and Midland Park High School. Needed items include diaper ointments, diapers, wipes, bibs, infant toys, pacifiers, baby wash, nursing items, washcloths, baby lotion, bowls, and spoons. Glass items cannot be accepted. Donations must be new. Lions Club announces fundraisers Midland Park Lions Club will host a Coupon Night fundraiser on Nov. 5 at Rosario’s Trattoria, located at 29 Central Avenue in Midland Park. The restaurant will donate 20 percent of all proceeds, after tax and gratuity, with the Lions Club coupon. Coupons are available at the Learn to dance This fall, Grand Ballroom in Midland Park will hold a program for teens who want to increase their social ease and dance skills. High school students are invited to learn ballroom basics and social dances including Cha Cha, Swing, Salsa, Bachata, and line dancing. Class will meet on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:15 to 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 8 and 9, Dec. 6 and 7, Jan. 8 and 9, Feb. 7 and 8, March 7 and 8, April 4 and 5, and May 9 and 10. For details, contact the studio at (201) 445-2515. Grand Ballroom is located in the Godwin Plaza Shopping Center on Godwin Avenue in Midland Park. Film Club forming Join the Film Club at the Midland Park Public Library, 250 Godwin Avenue. This group, which is similar to a book club, meets the second Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Participants pick up a copy of the selected film at the library and watch it at home. On the night of the meet- ing, club members view a film clip, discuss the movie, and enjoy a film-related snack. Upcoming discussions will be held on Nov. 13, and Dec. 11. Foundation hosts Trivia Night The Midland Park Public Education Foundation will host its annual Trivia Night on Nov. 13 at Christ Episcopal Church, at 105 Cottage Place in Ridgewood. Members of the community are invited to form teams of up to eight people. Team members must be 21 years of age. The cost is $25 per person and includes snacks and soft drinks. Attendees are welcome to bring their own wine and beer. The doors will open at 7 p.m. and the com- petition will begin at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds from the event will benefit the MPPEF’s effort to provide fund classroom grants, district-wide grants, and scholarships to the students in Midland Park schools. To register, visit www.mppef.org. For more information, contact Laurie Kamp at Rkamp6@aol.com or (201) 670- 1062. MPPEF fundraiser announced The Community Thrift Shop provides an ongoing fundraiser for the Midland Park Public Education Founda- tion. The shop, located on the lower level of the Midland Park Shopping Center at 85 Godwin Avenue, donates a percentage of sales made on items designated as MPPEF donations. To donate gently-used and in season clothing to benefit the foundation, items should be marked “MPPEF 28.” The shop accepts donations on Mondays and on the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addi- tion to clothing for adults and children, the shop accepts donations of bric-a-brac, books, and toys in excellent con- dition. The shop cannot accept the following items: stuffed animals (except those with a tag attached), records, sports equipment, computers, printers, car seats, and clothing larger than size 22. The shop is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact Colleen Monahan at jcmonahan111@yahoo.com. Knights sponsor trip to Sands Casino The Knights of Columbus Midland Park Council 5498 will host a trip to see the Tony Orlando Christmas Show at the Sands Casino in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania on Satur- day, Dec. 6. The group will leave from the Church of the Nativity, 315 Prospect Street in Midland Park, at 11:30 a.m. and will return at approximately 9:30 p.m. Transportation will be by deluxe motor coach. Attendees will receive $20 in free slot play. The casino features a large indoor shop- ping center and a variety of restaurants. Tickets are $69. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Tom Antonucci at Thomas.Antonucci@yahoo.com. Page 24 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 ‘Fury’ looks at barbarism, futility of warfare by Dennis Seuling “Fury” is set in the waning days of World War II. Hitler has ordered one last push as the Americans make their way to Berlin. Among those closing in, mile by mile, town by town, is a tank crew headed by Don “Wardaddy” Collier (Brad Pitt). Col- lier’s team consists of men who have been with him through campaigns in Africa, Italy, and France. Now in Germany, Col- lier is assigned a new man, Norman Elli- son (Logan Lerman), to replace the tank’s previous assistant driver, who was killed in action. Ordered to the front from the steno pool, Norman has never seen battle. The crew members are colorful. Boyd “Bible” Swan (Shia LaBeouf) is the Chris- tian conscience of the crew. His opposite, Grady “Coon-Ass” Travis (Jon Bernthal), is a brute of a man with a volatile temper. Trini “Gordo” Garcia (Michael Pena) plays the competent, cool-under-fire driver. The men are loyal to Collier, grateful that he has led them through battle after battle unscathed. They respect him for his brav- ery and concern for the men he commands. The Germans have bigger and more power- ful tanks, and their own are down to four in number. Out-powered and outnumbered, they nonetheless advance. Director David Ayer (“End of Watch”) has created an exciting war picture with just enough characterization to allow viewers to care about the men who face the unpredict- able but imminent hell of battle each day. There is a frustration in the men, knowing they have to move forward even when it is clear the Germans will soon surrender. This is their job. They are soldiers, not Logan Lerman and Brad Pitt in ‘Fury.’ politicians or technical strategists. They must obey orders. After the Americans take yet another town, there is a brief pause in the hostilities when Collier and Norman encounter two young German women and sit down with them to a peaceful meal. Though terrified at first, the women eventually see that the two men wish them no harm and are respectful. The scene suggests domestic tranquility — a brief island of calm in a world on fire. The mood shatters when the other crew mem- bers break in and remind Collier, Norman, and the women that reality is right outside the frilly curtained windows. Pitt is given a harsh appearance, includ- ing a scarred face and a back that looks as if it has seen third degree burns. These touches reveal that, unlike a John Wayne character, Collier is not invulnerable. He has been in the worst of it and is a survivor. Because he has experience of the true horror of war, he looks after the green Norman with a com- bination of fatherly care and tough love. He emphasizes that Norman must do his part or the entire crew is in peril. Lerman (“Noah,” “Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters”) must mature Norman from a terrified newbie into a seasoned fighter as the tank crew moves cautiously through enemy territory. Call it a coming-of-age story amid explosions, ambush attacks, and tough expectations of your fellow men. War movies tend to follow a pattern. Rather than focus on the big picture, they hone in on a small group of people who must deal with their part in fighting a war. The tank crew in “Fury” (that’s the name of Collier’s tank) won’t win the war by them- selves, but personalizing their struggle makes the onslaught they face help view- ers see the battles through their eyes. These are average men placed in extraordinary positions and expected to act courageously under orders. Rated R for graphic images of war and strong language, “Fury” is an unwavering look at the barbarism and futility of war. It is a brutal movie that captures the day-to- day fear and bravery of men hardened by what they have seen and lived through on the field of battle. October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 25 Philip Seymour Hoffman’s ﬁnal starring role by Dennis Seuling “A Most Wanted Man” (Lionsgate), based on the 2008 John Le Carre best- seller, stars Philip Seymour Hoffman as German intelligence agent Gunther Bach- mann, a heavy-drinking chain smoker whose attempts to expose a Muslim ter- rorist ring are hindered by other agencies eager to root out the ring and score. Less about foiling terrorist plots than about differing approaches to dealing with the threat, the movie co-stars Robin Wright (“House of Cards”) as the face of the CIA, an ideologue eager to dictate how Bach- mann should pursue a likely Al Qaeda middleman. Director Anton Corbijn sustains sus- pense by focusing on how Bachmann and his team go about discovering the real iden- tity of Issa Karpov (Grigoriy Dobrygin), a Chechen Russian from Turkey who turns up in Germany seeking political refuge. Karpov engages German human rights lawyer Annabel Richter (Rachel McAd- ams) to help him collect his deceased Rus- sian father’s fortune from a German bank run by Thomas Brue (Willem Dafoe). Inspired by true events, the film tracks the methodical, often tedious work of many individuals and organizations as they keep tabs on suspects and try to ferret out nefar- ious schemes, determining when to wait, when to follow leads, when to corroborate intelligence, and when to close in. Hoffman looks very much the rum- pled bureaucrat on top of his game. He is no James Bond. In fact, he is exactly the opposite. He is sedentary and overweight and his weapons are computers, inter- cepted communications, informants, and experience. Bonuses on the Blu-ray edition include a digital copy, a making-of featurette, and a profile of John Le Carre in Hamburg. “The Vanishing” (The Criterion Collec- tion) is a spellbinding thriller based on the horror novella “The Golden Egg” by Tim Krabbe. Rex Hofman and Saskia Wagter star as a pair of Dutch lovers vacation- ing in France during the Tour de France. Saskia is terrified of the dark and suffers from recurring nightmares about being trapped in a golden egg floating alone in space forever. When their car runs out of gas on a dark road at night, Rex abandons Saskia, but is relieved to see her the next morning in a bright patch of road at the end of a long tunnel. Their reunion is brief, however. At a stop at a gas station for cold drinks, Saskia disappears forever. After setting up this mysterious disap- pearance, director George Sluizer intro- duces a new character, a mild-mannered professor with a clinically diabolical mind, and interweaves his personal story into the mystery. Sluizer creates enormous atmo- sphere and uses lots of subjective camera shots to enhance tension. This is a solid thriller with some memorable characters and touches of Hitchcock throughout. The film is in French and Dutch, with English subtitles. Blu-ray bonus features include new interviews with the director and actor Johanna ter Steege, a theatrical trailer, and a critical essay. “Running from Crazy” (Virgil Films) examines the personal journey of Oscar- nominated actress, author, and mental health advocate Mariel Hemingway, granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway. (continued on Crosword page) Philip Seymour Hoffman stars as a German intelligence agent in ‘A Most Wanted Man.’ Page 26 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 DVD releases (continued from Restaurant page) The film follows Mariel as she strives for a deeper under- standing of the suicide and mental illness that have afflicted many of her family members, including her supermodel/ actress elder sister Margaux Hemingway, who committed suicide near the anniversary of Ernest’s own suicide, and her eldest sister, artist Joan “Muffet” Hemingway, who was diagnosed with manic depression. Recalling a childhood framed by alcoholism, cancer, and misery, Mariel attends a support group for families of suicides, shown in the film. “Knowing that there’s so much suicide and so much mental illness in my family, I’ve always kind of been ‘run- ning from crazy,’ worried that one day I’d wake up and be in the same position,” she says. Personal footage and emotional interviews with Mariel are interwoven with rarely seen archival footage of the three Hemingway sisters and their parents. Directed by Barbara Kopple (“Harlan County U.S.A.,” “American Dream”), this documentary underscores the human abil- ity to rise above the sadness of the past and seek a better tomorrow. There are no extras on the DVD release. “Gold Is Where You Find It” (Warner Archive) aspires to epic proportions but does not quite make it. Still, there is much to recommend this 1938 feature. It uses the Cali- fornia gold rush and its aftermath as backdrop for the romantic tale of mining engineer Jared Whitney (George Brent, Warner’s all-purpose male lead of the ‘30s and ‘40s) and a wealthy landowner’s daughter, Serena Ferris (Olivia de Havilland). Reliable Claude Rains plays Col. Ferris, Serena’s father, who disapproves of his daughter’s interest in Jared. The plot is melodramatic, but director Michael Curtiz (“Casablanca”) handles the spectacle elements handsomely, particularly the climactic scene of a massive dam explosion. An attraction in itself is the vibrant three- strip Technicolor photography, a rarity in movies of the ‘30s, which showed its full potential a year later in “The Wizard of Oz” and “Gone with the Wind.” “Werewolf Woman” (Raro Video) is a psychosexual thriller. A mentally unstable young woman named Dan- iela (Annik Borel) fantasizes that she is the reincarnation of her long-dead ancestor, a woman thought to have been a werewolf. Dealing with a lifetime of sexual abuse, Dan- iela seduces men, then transforms into a feral monster, screaming, cursing, and ripping them to shreds. When she meets the man of her dreams, Daniela seems ready to bury the beast within until another traumatic encounter seals her own fate and the fate of those caught in her wrath. A strange, erotic, and provocative Eurohorror movie about a woman pushed past the edge of sanity, “Werewolf Woman” — newly available on Blu-ray in re-mastered high definition — is in Italian, with English subtitles. Spe- cial features include a video interview with director Rino Silvestro, original Italian and English theatrical trailers, and illustrated booklet on the genesis and production of the film. October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 27 �� SERVICE MART HELP WANTED REAL ESTATE SALES FRANKLIN LAKES Are you looking for a rewarding career? Do you love people and real estate? Are you willing to work hard and be rewarded? . 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Call Allison WANTED COINS WANTED Old US coin collections Old US paper money Call Ryan 201-274-3505 Looking to sell your car because you are moving in w/ family? Call me 201-529-1229 RELIGIOUS Prayer to St. Jude Oh, Holy St. Jude, apostle and martyr. Great in vir- tue and rich in miracles; near kinsman of Jesus Christ; faithful interces- sor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need. To you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present urgent petition. In return I prom- ise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude, pray for us all who invoke your aid. Amen. Say three Our Fathers, Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. This novena has never been known to fail. This novena must be said for 9 consecutive days. My prayers were answered. Thank you, St. Jude. av PLEASE REMEMBER US WHEN YOU REMEMBER THEM. EMANUEL CANCER FOUNDATION For The Children and Their Families Providing emotional and spiritual support, profes- sional counseling and financial and material assistance to New Jersey children with cancer and their families. Your donations are tax deductible PO Box 212 - Dept. H Midland Park, NJ 07432 or drop by our office PET CARE We’ll care for your pets when you can’t. Lynn’s Pet Care 201-803-0997 lynnspetcarenj@yahoo.com Est. 2003 174 Paterson Avenue Midland Park, NJ 07432 201-612-8118 continued on next page Page 28 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 CLASSIFIED RELIGIOUS RELIGIOUS (Never known to fail) Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splen- dor of heaven, Mother of the Son of God. Immacu- late Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me, herein you are my mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show me herein, you are my mother. Oh, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goals. 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 confirm 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 consecu- tive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted. Immaculate Heart of Mary, Thank you for answering my prayers. ED RELIGIOUS Miraculous Invocation to St. Therese cont. from preceding page Prayer to the Blessed Virgin ANNOUNCEMENTS Thank You St. Jude O Glorious St. Therese, whom Almighty God has raised up to aid and inspire the human family, I implore your Miraculous Interces- sion. You are so powerful in obtaining every need of body and spirit from the Heart of God. Holy Mother Church proclaims you “Prodigy of Miracles...the Greatest Saint of Modern Times.” Now I fervently beseech you answer my petition (mention here) and to carry out your promises of spending Heaven doing good upon earth...of letting fall from Heaven a Shower of Roses. Little Flower, give me your childlike faith, to see the Face of God in the people and experiences of my life, and to love God with full confidence. St. Therese, my Carmelite Sister, I will fulfill your plea “to be made known everywhere” and I will continue to lead others to Jesus through you. Amen. Thank you for answering my prayers. ED Unfailing Prayer to St. Anthony “Blessed be God in His Angels and in HIs Saints” O Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of Saints your love for God and Charity for His crea- tures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Mira- cles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore of you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even so, you are the Saint of Mir- acles. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sym- pathy, whisper my petition into the ear of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever by yours. 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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. Publi- cation must be promised. Thank you St. Jude. ED Prayer to St. Jude Oh, Holy St. Jude, apostle and martyr. Great in virtue and rich in miracles; near kinsman of Jesus Christ; faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need. To you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude, pray for us all who invoke your aid. Amen. Say three Our Fathers, Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. This novena has never been known to fail. This novena must be said for 9 consecutive days. My prayers were answered. Thank you, St. Jude. kv Prayer to St. Clare Ask St. Clare for 3 favors, 1 business, 2 impossible. Say 9 Hail Marys for 9 days with lighted candles. Pray whether you believe or not. Publish the 9th day. “May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored & glori- fied today & every day.” Request will be granted no matter how impossible it seems. Publication must be promised. Thank you for answering my prayer. as Prayer to St. Jude Oh, Holy St. Jude, apostle and martyr. Great in virtue and rich in miracles; near kinsman of Jesus Christ; faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need. To you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude, pray for us all who invoke your aid. Amen. Say three Our Fathers, Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. This novena has never been known to fail. This novena must be said for 9 consecutive days. 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Residents may register by calling the library at (201) 891-2224, extension 106. Non-resident patrons will be put on a waiting list and contacted if space is available. Classes are held at 11 a.m. in the Rezvani Meeting Room. “All about G-mail” will be held Nov. 12. Participants will learn how to compose, format, and respond to e-mails and how to organize messages. Basic computer skills are required to attend this class. The Nov. 17 class is all about learning to use the Morningstar Online Investment Research Center. Get comprehensive ﬁnancial information on New York Stock Exchange, American Stock Exchange, and NASDAQ stocks. Try out these easy-to-use portfolio tools available for free. This class is open to Franklin Lakes residents only. Learn to bid and buy on eBay on Nov. 13. In this lecture style class, attendees will learn how to create an account, search eBay’s millions of listings, bid, and pay for items. Another eBay class will be available Nov. 20. Partici- pants will learn how to create an account, list an item for sale, choose the right pictures, and compose text that will get an item noticed. Children’s programs set The Franklin Lakes Public Library will host a variety of programs for children during the month of November. Programs are open to Franklin Lakes residents. Registra- tion is required and may be completed by calling (201) 891-2224 or visiting the library at 470 DeKorte Drive during regular hours. Children ages two-and-a-half to ﬁve years old are invited to Tot Time on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. This program will meet on Nov. 11, 18, and 25. During each session, children will engage in a variety of activi- ties, including stories, songs, ﬁnger plays, a craft, and an introduction to children’s literature. On Wednesday, Nov. 12, families are invited to cel- ebrate the harvest season at “Thanksgiving Magic.” At 4 p.m., magician Brian Richards will perform illusions, tricks, comedy, and more. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The library invites children ages three and older to a drop-in Thanksgiving service project from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Nov. 7, 14, and 21. Children will make a Thanks- giving card with the help of their parent or caregiver. The cards will be donated to Eva’s Kitchen. All supplies will be provided. Board of education to meet The Franklin Lakes Board of Education will meet at 8 p.m. on Oct. 28. The session will be held in the music room at Franklin Avenue Middle School, 755 Franklin Avenue in Franklin Lakes. The public is invited. Library plans Halloween activities On Oct. 29, the Franklin Lakes Public Library will host a Prismatic Magic Halloween Spooktacular at 7 p.m. This laser show is set to current pop music and includes ani- mations of Frankenstein, Dracula, the Mummy, and more. Registration is required; this program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and is open to Franklin Lakes resi- dents only. Registration may be completed by calling (201) 891-2224 or by visiting the library at 470 DeKorte Drive during regular hours. The library will welcome trick-or-treaters on Hallow- een (Oct. 31) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children may stop by in their costumes and receive a treat. Halloween curfew reminder The Borough of Franklin Lakes has adopted a Hallow- een curfew ordinance that will be in effect Oct. 30 and 31. The curfew assists the Franklin Lakes Police Depart- ment in minimizing property damage in the borough at this time of year. The ordinance prohibits individuals under age 18 from being on any public street or in any public place between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. on Oct. 30 and 31 unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian, or are engaged in, or traveling to or from, a business or occupa- tion state laws authorize a juvenile to perform. Learn ‘How Happiness Thinks’ The Chabad Jewish Center will host a new six-week course, “How Happiness Thinks: Jewish Perspectives on Positive Psychology.” The course will begin Wednesday, Oct. 29 in Franklin Lakes. Prepared in partnership between the Jewish Learning Institute and the Washington School of Psychiatry, the course offers up to 15 American Psychological Associa- tion continuing education credits. While positive psychology may be in mode today, Jewish wisdom and mysticism have for centuries addressed the question of what it means to be truly happy, when it is appropriate to be happy, and being happy in times of great difﬁculty. This course combines Jewish thought with the latest research in the fast-growing ﬁeld of positive psychol- ogy. This course is designed to appeal to people at all levels of Jewish knowledge, including those without any prior experience or background in Jewish learning. All JLI courses are open to the public, and attendees need not be afﬁliated with a particular synagogue, temple, or other house of worship. Aside from the APA, this course also allows par- ticipants the ability to earn up to 15 CE credits from the American Council for Continuing Medical Education, the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, the Social Work Board of the State of Maryland, and the National Board of Certiﬁed Counselors. Call (201) 848-0449 or visit www.chabadplace.org for registration and other course-related information. Colonial Road School fundraiser set The Colonial Road School PTA will host its annual Casino Night on Friday, Nov. 14 at the Preakness Hills Country Club in Wayne. This fundraiser will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. and will feature games and prize baskets. Tickets are $85 and include a buffet dinner, beverages, and $100 in “funny money.” Proceeds from the event will beneﬁt programs at Colo- nial Road School. All are invited. Auxiliary plans brunch and boutique The Franklin Lakes Branch of The Valley Hospital Auxiliary will hold its seventh annual Pre-Holiday Brunch and Boutique Shopping Extravaganza on Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Seasons, 644 Pascack Road in Wash- ington Township. This year’s new venue will feature an expanded selection of hot and cold buffet foods. Close to 40 vendors will be selling costume and hand- made jewelry, unique children’s items, women’s boutique clothing and accessories, lovely outerwear, home goods, skincare products, and more. Proceeds from the event will support the auxiliary’s $1.5 million pledge for expansion of The Valley Hospital Breast Surgery Program at Luckow Pavilion, including a dedicated mammography suite and ultrasound suite; and to support Valley Home Care’s Butterﬂies program, a pal- liative care and hospice program for children. Tickets are $45 and include brunch and shopping. Send a check payable to “The Valley Hospital Auxiliary” to Nelly Breckenridge, 202 Fieldstone Terrace, Wyckoff, NJ 07481. For more information, call Dorothy at (201) 337- 1686. The deadline to reserve tickets is Oct. 22. PTA announces discount card fundraiser The Franklin Avenue Middle School PTA is sell- ing 2014-15 Shop Rite of Oakland discount cards. Get $5 off each order when the total amount purchased is a $100 or more. The discount card costs $20 and is valid from October 2014 through September 2015. E-mail slwinters@optonline.net to request an order form. Police dispatch (continued from page 5) came in much lower than what we were paying Wyckoff,” O’Hagan explained. He said Midland Park emergency ser- vices personnel evaluated the various proposals and vis- ited several towns willing to provide the service. Wyckoff’s current charge is $280,012 a year, but the township had offered to reduce the fee to $260,000 and three percent annual increases under a new ﬁve-year con- tract. Wyckoff’s new agreement with the county will not be formal until the Bergen County Board of Chosen Freehold- ers votes, probably after Election Day, but Bergen County ofﬁcials had little doubt that the deal would be approved. This article includes reporting by John Koster. Lock down drill (continued from page 9) patrol, may be repeated at various times for the remainder of the school year and in the future, Capuano said. “The activities were cooperatively planned and imple- mented; so too will all future educational, preventative, and enforcement efforts. It is the intention of all facets of our school community – students, teachers, parents, law enforcement, and school district personnel – to maintain a safe, secure, and substance-free school environment. Our students, faculty, staff and community deserve no less,” Capuano said. “It is our goal in continuing these initiatives and to maintain a safe and substance-free school environ- ment.” Capuano asked that anyone with questions or wishing to provide pertinent information, contact the school or the police department. Page 30 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014 Tips for ﬁxing leaky ﬁxtures around the house People who have slept within steps of a leaky faucet know full well the nuisance such fixtures present. A leaky faucet can make it difficult to sleep at night, but leaks around the house also cost homeowners lots of money. Many leaks are not nearly as noticeable as a dripping faucet, but worn toilet flap- pers or leaky valves can wreak just as much havoc on a monthly budget. Identifying those leaks, many of which are easy to fix, is a great way to conserve water and save money at the same time. Start with the water meter. The hours after everyone in the household has taken their morning showers, brushed their teeth, and had their coffee is a great time to determine if you have a leak. Water is not typically used during these hours, so check the water meter once the last coffee mug has been washed. Then revisit the meter two hours later. If the meter has changed, chances are there is a leak. Test the toilet with food coloring. Toi- lets are a common source of water leaks, as deteriorating toilet flappers slowly waste water via leaks that are not always notice- able. Because toilet leaks can be difficult to notice, homeowners might have to get a little creative. Add a drop of food coloring to the toilet’s holding tank, then wait about 15 minutes to see if the color of the water in the bowl starts to change. If it has, the toilet is leaking. Inspect faucet gaskets and pipe fittings. Faucet gaskets and pipe fittings should not be wet, but wet gaskets and pipe fittings are typically evidence of surface leaks. When washing dishes in the sink, turn the faucet on high. If there is water coming from any- where other than the head of the faucet, there are leaky gaskets. After determining the source of the leak, it’s time to address the situation. Toilets, fau- cets, and showerheads are the most common culprits with regard to water leaks. Toilets: Flappers are the rubber parts in the toilet’s holding tank. Flappers are susceptible to mineral buildup and decay. Over time, that can create leaks. Flappers are inexpensive and easy to replace. When replacing the flapper, take the old flapper to the hardware store to make sure to purchase a new one that is compatible with the toilet. Faucets: When a leaky faucet is the issue, be sure to turn the water supply in the house off before getting to work. If the faucet has any decorative knobs, gently remove these so they do not break. These items can be replaced when the leak has been addressed. From there, remove the packing nut and the stem. Some stems come off easily, while others must be twisted off from the valve. Inspect these parts for damage before moving on. The O-ring and washer inside the valve seat may be responsible for the leak, so inspect these parts and replace them if necessary. Be sure they are an exact fit to avoid having a fresh leak. Once these items have been replaced, reassemble the parts, turn the water back on, and check to see if the leak has vanished. If the leak remains, the valve seat may be corroded or the plumbing might need a professional inspection. Showerheads: If the showerhead is the source of leaks, it may only be neces- sary to tighten the connection between the showerhead and the pipe stem. This can be done using pipe tape. If the problem with the showerhead can be traced to the shower handle and cartridge, consider hiring a professional to fix the leak, as address- ing this problem can be tricky. Those who feel confident about tackling the job will start by turning off the water supply and then removing the shower handle. Some handles are especially difficult to remove, in which case it might be necessary to visit the hardware store to purchase a handle puller. Once the handle has been removed, pull the cartridge, which is likely to prove more difficult than removing the handle. The cartridge may need to be twisted loose with pliers, or it may be necessary to buy a cartridge puller that is compatible with the brand of showerhead. Once the cartridge is out, install the replacement and reassemble the parts that were removed. Water leaks around the house can be costly and wasteful. Addressing such leaks can be done in a matter of minutes, but more complex problems may be best left to a professional. October 29, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 31 How to prepare the yard for winter weather As quickly as autumn weather arrives, it seems to move aside for the blustery, cold days of winter. Winter can catch a person off guard, and the seasons are now less predictable than ever before. It is never too early to begin preparing the yard and outdoor living spaces for winter. Homeowners may be sad to bid farewell to the furniture and accessories of the fair weather season, but time is of the essence when prepping for impending ice and snow. Clean patio furniture. Give cushions and structures a thorough cleaning and allow them to dry completely. Cleaning items before storing them for the winter saves time and energy next year when it is time once again to set up the yard for recreation. If anything is damaged beyond repair, discard it and look for replacements during end-of- season sales when savings can be had. Move things indoors. The more items that can be stored in a safe and secure location the better. Load the garage, basement, or storage shed with outdoor gear. Leaving items outdoors exposes them to the elements, and such exposure can cause rust, wear, and damage. Flower pots and lawn ornaments also can blow around in winter wind or collapse under the weight of the snow, so collect these items and store them for the winter. Take out patio umbrel- las and put them in the shed. If something is too large to move indoors, such as a barbecue or a pool filter, cover it with a durable tarp and secure it with rope. Cover delicate trees. Certain fruit trees, including fig trees, may need to be covered for the winter. Covering protects them from subfreezing temperatures and helps ensure they will rebound in the spring. Tropical plants should be moved indoors where they can thrive in a heated home. Do not rip out chrysanthemum plants. Contrary to popular belief, these are not annuals. They will bloom year after year if allowed to do so. Remove water collectors. Bring in or cover anything that may accumulate water, such as bird baths or chil- dren’s toys. Water expands when frozen, and that means water trapped in any ceramic, glass, or plastic vessel can expand and cause the container to crack. Clean up leaves and debris. Piles of leaves not only can suffocate a lawn and cause discoloration, but also can be attractive homes for rodents and insects looking for a warm place to spend the winter. Keep the yard neat and clean to discourage wildlife from taking up residence near the home. Cover vegetable and flower beds. Invest in some burlap to lay down over planting beds. This helps keep the ground from freezing over and minimizes weeds for next season. Care for outdoor ponds. If there is a pond on the prop- erty, remove any weeds around it and fish out any leaves from the water. Leaves will decay in the water and build up ammonia levels that can harm fish. If the pond is small, cover it for the winter. Start cutting back on feeding out- door fish. These aquatic animals’ bodies begin to pre- pare for winter by slowing the metabolism. Continuing to feed them the fish can harm them when the temperature drops. Wrap up pool season. It is wise to close the pool and cover it before the leaves start to fall. Otherwise, it will be hard to keep the water clean. Plant spring bulbs now. Now is a good time to plan where you want to put spring bulbs. Map things out, and get the bulbs in the ground. Bulbs are relatively inexpen- sive and will provide that first punch of color when winter skips town. Page 32 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 29, 2014