Soccer roots run deep for LHS standout Sepulveda
how far would you go if they were sick?
BY RICH FISHER
To gauge the importance of Raul Sepulveda to the Lawrence High boys soccer team, one only need to look at the box scores of the Cardinals’ first five games this season.
Lawrence started at 4-1 and in its three one-goal victories, Sepulveda had the gamewinning goal in a 2-1 win over Nottingham;
an assist on the game’s lone goal in a 1-0 triumph over Haddonfield, and a goal and an assist in a 2-1 decision over Steinert.
“He’s just so important to us in so many ways,” coach Jeff Molinelli said after the Nottingham game. “When we need a big play he will come up with it.”
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Two up for two-year Town Council term
BY BILL SANSERVINO
Incumbent Democrat Amanda Santos and Republican challenger Kenneth Kiernan are facing off in the Nov. 4 election for a two-year unexpired term on Lawrence Township Council. Santos was appointed by the remaining four members of the all-Democratic council to fill the seat vacated by the resignation of Councilman John Ryan. Due to the timing of Ryan’s resignation, Santos’ appointment was only until the seat could be put up for election in November. Whoever is elected will serve out the remaining time left on Ryan’s term.
Also on the ballot are two four-year seats on council and three three-year terms on the Lawrence Township Board of Education.
Running unopposed for the council seats are incumbents Christopher Bobbitt and James Kownacki.
Incumbents Pepper Evans and Mackenzie Kelly, and Paul Caparotta are running unopposed for the school board seats.
The Lawrence Gazette asked each council candidate to supply a biography and write a statement about why they are running and addressing issues facing the township. Those
Captain Paul’s closes months after change in ownership
BY BILL SANSERVINO
Captain Paul’s Firehouse Dogs, a seasonal hot dog stand that became a community fixture on Princeton Pike, has closed its doors just months after reopening under new ownership.
Patrick Jones and his mother, Debbie, purchased the Lawrence-based business from longtime owners Paul and Janice Tweedly earlier this year. The Tweedlys, who founded the restaurant in 2009, operated it for 15 years before deciding to sell.
The Joneses, both Ewing residents, opened the eatery for the season on April 21, welcoming back returning staff and promising to maintain the restaurant’s community-minded traditions.
But now, less than five months after its reopening, Patrick and Debbie have decided to once again shutter the doors and put the eatery back up for sale.
“After some long thought and reflection we have realized that the best
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decision for us is to sell the restaurant,” they said in an announcement on social media.
“The significant amount of time, effort and sacrifice of running and operating a restaurant while navigating full-time careers and managing other respective facets of our lives is simply too much.”
Patrick is a special education teacher with Mercer County Technical Schools and Debbie is a recently retired school paraprofessional at Lawrence Intermediate School who still does some substitute teaching.
They added in their announcement that the decision to close and sell was not an easy one, and they apologized “for closing so abruptly.”
The Joneses had originally intended to reopen in the Fall after a short time, “in order to properly say goodbye to our customers and support our staff,” but the departure of “some key staff” who moved on to full-time careers derailed those plans.
“Given the decision to sell, coupled with the departure of these key staff members, we have decided now is the time for us to close,” the statement says. “Please know we did communicate this decision with our remaining staff and worked with them to compensate them
for the time they are missing.”
During their first season they had drawn steady support from customers.
“This strong community support proved true as so many loyal customers supported us as we got up and running for the season,” Patrick and Debbie said. “Like any small business, we had some great days and some challenging days.”
“We are thankful that the community was there to support us through it all. We are truly thankful for the new friendships we built and moments we shared while running the restaurant this season. The countless moments, laughs, talks, and connections we built are truly memorable,” they said.
For long-time patrons, the closure leaves the future of the seasonal eatery uncertain, and it may mark the end of a business that was more than just a place to eat.
Under the Tweedlys, Captain Paul’s Firehouse Dogs became a gathering spot that honored first responders, hosted charity events, and offered residents a sense of connection.
“It’s always been about community,” Tweedly said when announcing the sale. “That’s what made it special.”
In December, Paul Tweedly, known by customers as “Captain Paul,” said his health was a major factor in stepping
away.
“It was a very difficult decision,” he said at the time. “This business has meant so much to Janice and me, but I knew the time had come to find the right people to take it forward.”
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write-ups appear below, starting with the two candidates running for the unexpired two-year term.
School candidate statements are expected to appear in the November issue of The Gazette.
Two-year council seat
Ken Kiernan has lived in Lawrence Township for 35 years. He and his wife, Lisa, have been married for 34 years and have three children — Brianna, Austin and Megan — and four granddaughters: Holly, Madelina, Giulia and Lucy.
Kiernan is a veteran who served 11 years in the U.S. Army and the Air Force Reserve. He remains active with veterans’ issues as a Legionnaire in Lawrence Township.
He attended Mercer County Community College, where he studied nursing and biology. He has served on the Lawrence Township Growth & Redevelopment Committee and currently sits on the Recreation Advisory and Patriotic committees.
He completed the second class of Lawrence Township’s Citizens Police Academy and has taught CPR to summer counselors through the Recreation Department.
Kiernan has been involved in commu-
nity sports for more than two decades. With the Lawrence Township Baseball/ Softball Association, he served as coach, manager, vice president of Little League, safety coordinator, and president and founder of Lawrence Travel Baseball and Softball. Over 22 years, he volunteered more than 10,000 hours.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, he developed the association’s safety plan to allow athletes to return to play under CDC guidelines.
In business, Kiernan co-founded Interactive Capture Systems (ICS) 19 years ago. The company began as a contact center reseller in the Mid-Atlantic region and has expanded into a multimillion-dollar national business serving public and private clients across the United States.
Candidate statement: Government should be accessible, accountable and transparent. Lawrence Township operates under a council-manager form of government, guided by the state’s Faulkner Act. Since the last election, the majority of our council members have pledged to prioritize transparency, yet their actions have not reflected this commitment.
Council members have a duty to serve the residents first, not their political parties. To move forward, Lawrence must embrace modern technologies and prioritize AI solutions for all operations. As
someone working in the AI field, I believe that by integrating AI and automation, we can significantly improve communication and make it more accurate and effective for our residents.
Public safety needs to be priority one in Lawrence. Lawrence Township is at a crucial juncture when it comes to public safety, particularly in fire and EMS services.
While two studies have been conducted to determine the best approach for fire responses, both have used New Jersey towns as benchmarks. However, New Jersey may not be the ideal model for building an effective and efficient emergency services team. Instead, we should look to more successful fire and EMS structures, such as those in Maryland, to create a stronger, more integrated model.
There are proven models where volunteer and paid teams work together seamlessly in training, response and communication. This collaboration fosters efficiency and ensures a more effective emergency response system.
Additionally, EMS should have a separate command structure, distinct from the fire command, but with the same rank system. This will allow for clearer roles and responsibilities, improving coordination during emergencies.
Communication is the cornerstone of
any successful emergency services operation, and it needs to flow effectively both from the top down and the bottom up. This approach will strengthen the chain of command and improve the overall response to emergencies. On another front, our Police Department is currently facing significant challenges. The average number of officers per 1,000 residents in Mercer County is about 2.4, which is below the national standard.
To meet the needs of our growing community, Lawrence Township will need to hire an additional nine officers over the next three to five years. Addressing this gap will help ensure we have the necessary personnel to maintain public safety and protect our residents. By investing in these improvements, adopting best practices for fire and EMS services and strengthening our Police Department, we can create a more robust, responsive and efficient public safety system for Lawrence Township.
Trenton Water Works poses a significant threat to many residents of Lawrence Township, and the lack of action from our local leadership is concerning. Although the Lawrence Township Council initially voiced support for the regionalization of Trenton Water Works, two council members voted against the original letter backing the initiative.
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To make matters worse, when three council members attended a public hearing on Trenton Water Works, they remained silent, missing an opportunity to stand up for the people they were elected to represent. This was a pivotal moment for our leaders to take a stand, not only to demonstrate care for Lawrence residents but to firmly tell Trenton Water Works and the Trenton mayor that we demand to have a say in our future. Instead, our representatives remained passive while Lawrence residents are faced with the consequences of years of neglected infrastructure.
Now, we are looking at a projected 60% increase in water rates over the next several years, an increase needed to fix what should have been regularly maintained. Our council members failed in their duty to represent their citizens at this crucial meeting. It makes me question whether their silence was due to loyalty to the Trenton mayor rather than to the people of Lawrence.
enough open land left to accommodate more high-density development outside of redevelopment zones. Our focus should be on preserving the character of Lawrence, ensuring that any development fits with the community’s vision, rather than allowing unchecked growth that threatens to overwhelm the town.
We need to take a firm stand against overdevelopment, push for responsible growth and work to protect Lawrence’s suburban charm. The priority must be on maintaining the quality of life for residents, not caving to pressure for continued expansion that doesn’t align with the town’s best interests.
Fiscal responsibility practices need to stay at a cap, keeping Lawrence affordable. Lawrence Township has managed to keep the tax rate flat for the past two years, despite rising expenses.
This lack of accountability is unacceptable. I am committed to fighting for the regionalization of Trenton Water Works and ensuring that the towns it serves, like Lawrence, have a dedicated, representative board to oversee decisions and hold Trenton accountable. We deserve to have a voice in matters that directly impact our daily lives, and I will work tirelessly to ensure that voice is heard.
Lawrence needs to balance growth while preserving the community’s character. The 1975 Mount Laurel agreement has placed an ongoing and growing burden on townships like Lawrence to continue development without a clear end in sight. Lawrence Township has already agreed to comply with Phase 4, which covers development plans until 2035. While there are currently four properties under consideration for redevelopment — properties that don’t require developers to purchase new land — this approach is reaching its limit.
Beyond these redevelopment opportunities, there is little available land left for further development. Lawrence Township is a beautiful suburban community with a unique character that we should protect. Any future growth beyond this current phase risks altering the very qualities that make our town special. We must ensure that government actions remain in check and avoid the mistakes of places like Cranbury, where eminent domain has been used to seize private property for development, displacing families and small businesses.
The reality is that there simply isn’t
However, as we look ahead, we must acknowledge that the future needs of Lawrence, particularly when it comes to infrastructure, public safety, fire and EMS facilities, and technology, will require careful planning and appropriate tax adjustments. We cannot continue holding the tax rate steady without risking depletion of our reserves, or worse, facing a multi-year double-digit tax increase in the near future to make up for the shortfall.
The recent report from the Lawrence Township mayor’s task force, based on feedback from 159 residents, highlights the need for a thoughtful and thorough approach before making any commitments regarding new facilities or services. The township must take the time to properly assess the viability of proposals, such as moving the Recreation Department to a new location or possibly turning a facility over to a nonprofit organization.
These options must be carefully evaluated to ensure they provide real benefits to the community without imposing unnecessary costs. If the township decides to allow a nonprofit to share space with municipal employees, a clear and enforceable framework needs to be established. This framework should ensure the safety of youth and residents, address coordination of programs, and cover building security, maintenance and usage costs for the nonprofits. These agreements must be transparent, fair and structured to ensure the long-term sustainability of the facility. Additionally, any plans to build out the community center to make it ADA-compliant could potentially cost the township millions of dollars.
The decision-making process for this
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project must weigh the financial impact on the township and ensure that the benefits extend to all of Lawrence Township. It’s critical that any new offerings align with existing services already provided by Township Recreation, Lawrence Township schools and other local youth programs. This will help avoid redundancy and ensure that resources are used efficiently, enhancing rather than duplicating current offerings.
In short, as we move forward, the decisions made by the town council must be made with careful consideration of longterm sustainability, the impact on residents and the overall benefit to the community. It’s essential that we strike the right balance between necessary growth and preserving the quality of life for all Lawrence residents.
Since the last election, the majority of the Lawrence Township Council has not been making decisions that put our residents first. It’s time for strong leadership — leaders who are truly responsible to the people of Lawrence. Our council members must not only listen but also plan for the future with a vision that ensures prosperity and quality of life for all residents.
I am asking for your vote to bring strong, responsible leadership back to Lawrence Township. If elected, I promise to work collaboratively with the entire council and the township manager to guide Lawrence with honesty, openness and, most importantly, a voice for every resident. I will always prioritize the needs of our citizens over party lines and will fight relentlessly for our community’s best interests.
Together, we can ensure that Lawrence Township remains a place where families can thrive, businesses can grow and our future is one of shared success. Vote for me to bring leadership that listens, leads
with integrity and places the well-being of our residents above all else.
Amanda Santos has lived in Lawrence Township since 2017. She was selected to fill a vacancy on the council in May 2025. She joined the Lawrence Township Public Schools Board of Education in 2021 by appointment and was elected to a full three-year term in November 2022.
She has served as the board’s vice president since 2023. Her term was originally set to end in January 2026.
A graduate of Rider University, Santos holds a bachelor’s degree in music and a master’s degree in vocal pedagogy. In 2022, she obtained a master’s degree in political science from American Public University.
Professionally, Santos is a senior procurement specialist for the New Jersey Department of the Treasury. She is also a part-time small-business owner, operating a private music studio.
Santos and her husband, Daniel, have three children. In addition to her work on the school board, Santos is active in several community groups. She has been a member of Lawrence Neighbors Together, the Lawrence Pride Alliance and her local Girl Scout troop. She also frequently participates in local music recitals and community theater productions.
Candidate statement: Lawrence Township has always felt like home to me, a place where neighbors look out for one another and families can thrive. Serving on the Township Council has been one of the greatest honors of my life, and I am running for re-election to continue working with residents to keep Lawrence welcoming, safe and strong.
When I joined council, I promised to listen, to communicate openly and to help residents feel heard in every decision.
From improving how we share information about budgets and capital projects to making sure meetings and updates are easy to follow, that commitment to transparency guides everything I do. In a town as diverse and vibrant as ours, every voice matters.
Responsible spending and smart growth. Lawrence voters recently approved a $94.9 million school referendum to maintain and modernize our schools, reflecting how much we value education. At the municipal level, I believe we must keep a careful eye on spending to avoid adding to residents’ tax burdens. That means scrutinizing every capital project, pursuing grants and shared services, and planning ahead so we meet today’s needs without compromising tomorrow.
Fire safety and emergency response. Public safety is always a top priority. While many conversations are taking place about a possible centralized firehouse, my immediate focus is on ensuring that our fire and emergency services have the staffing, equipment and training they need to respond quickly and effectively. I support continued dialogue with residents, firefighters and experts so that any future facilities plan is thoughtful and fiscally responsible.
Community Center, inclusive recreation and community life. The Law-
rence Township Community Center is a cornerstone of civic life. As we look to its future, I am committed to expanding programming for residents of all ages and abilities and to exploring partnerships with county-level social service and wellness programs.
My own background as a professional opera singer and music educator has shown me the power of the arts to bring people together across age, ability and background. Whether performing on stage or leading workshops for young singers, I have seen how music creates community and builds confidence. I will keep working to expand inclusive recreation opportunities — from youth sports and arts programming to outreach that welcomes and engages our many diverse communities — and to ensure that our parks and playgrounds serve residents of all abilities. Building a more connected community strengthens all of us.
cate for a multi-year plan to repave priority roads, improve pedestrian crossings and strengthen drainage to reduce flooding. Safer routes to schools and parks, along with better stormwater management, will make daily life more comfortable and secure.
Environmental stewardship and sustainability. Lawrence’s natural beauty, from treelined neighborhoods to open spaces, is worth protecting. I support projects that reduce our carbon footprint and increase resilience, such as energy-efficient municipal buildings, green infrastructure to absorb stormwater and expanded EV charging options. These investments save money over time and help safeguard the environment for our children and grandchildren.
best solutions come from working side by side with the people who live them every day.
Looking ahead, I will continue to focus on fiscal responsibility, public safety, infrastructure, environmental sustainability and inclusive recreation, always guided by the values of transparency and community engagement. Lawrence Township is strong because of its people, including the volunteers, small-business owners, families and seniors who give their time and energy to keep our town vibrant.
It is a privilege to represent the residents of this town, and I would be honored to earn their votes for another term so we can keep building a Lawrence that is safe, welcoming and prepared for the future.
Four-year council seats
Christopher Bobbitt has lived in Lawrence for 21 years and has been a councilman since 2015. He served as mayor once, from 2018 to 2019.
Infrastructure and neighborhood safety. Anyone who drives, bikes or walks around town knows how important it is to keep our roads, sidewalks and stormwater systems in good repair. I will advo-
A community built on listening. My favorite moments on council often come from simple conversations: chatting with parents at Back to School Night, listening to a community member describe a new idea for the Community Center, or hearing from a neighbor about a flooding issue on their street. These conversations remind me why local government matters. The
He is a licensed architect with his own office and has been practicing architecture for about 25 years. Bobbitt went to Brentwood High School in Los Angeles and graduated from Stanford University with a degree in urban studies with a focus on architectural design.
Bobbitt then earned a master’s degree
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in architecture from the University of California, Berkeley. He is the council liaison to the Affordable Housing Board, Shade Tree Advisory Committee and Environmental Green Advisory Committee. Bobbitt is also a member of the Eggerts Crossing Civic League and Sustainable Lawrence.
Candidate statement: When the Gazette’s editor offered me an opportunity to share my thoughts with you, the last question suggested was the one that got me thinking about why I decided to run for a third full term. The question is a simple one: “Why do you believe continued leadership is important right now, and what new challenges do you hope to address in your next term?”
I’m particularly proud of the work that council and the township manager did to add open space to Colonial Lake Park. That’s just one example, as there are other parcels that the township has bought or is looking to enhance.
At the same time, there is a critical need for housing. As Lawrence finishes its work on an updated master plan that incorporates our fourth round of affordable housing obligations, there will be changes to the township. As businesses have moved to remote or hybrid working models, the need for the office buildings along Lenox Drive and Princeton Pike has decreased.
Over the next four years, our community will face three large, complex and potentially defining challenges.
I’ve organized these issues into 1) development pressures arising from the redefinition of the workplace and need for housing, 2) defining and delivering municipal services in a fiscally responsible manner, and 3) continuing the sense of pride and collaboration with municipal staff as people and systems change. I’ll talk about Trenton Water Works separately, as that is not in Township Council’s hands.
The first issue is one of space and character for Lawrence Township. When you have a saying “where nature smiles for 22 miles,” one knows that we take our natural resources and open space seriously. That’s why, over the years, approximately 25%, or 5.5 square miles, have been preserved as parks, open space or farmland.
The townhouses and mixed-use apartments being proposed and built in these areas reflect this need. This pressure will continue with proposed housing on the ETS campus, the Lenox Drive business area and other locations. Members of the Planning Board as well as Township Council will need to understand the importance of striking the right balance when reviewing proposed development.
The next issue is defining and delivering municipal services in a fiscally responsible manner. As I wrote four years ago, being a good steward of the township budget and delivering the best value to our residents and businesses is my primary concern on council. As a reminder, in 2024, only 22% of our property taxes went to fund the municipal budget. The school district receives 53.2% and the county 24.8%.
We do a great deal with dedicated staff, but over the next four years we must address the declining numbers of volun-
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teer firefighters by building up the number of paid firefighters and determining what the future of our fire service looks like — either spending money to renovate existing stations or building a new firehouse. Public safety is the primary function of municipal government, but I have to be aware of property tax costs and the impact that it has on residents.
Another question that will need to be resolved is the Community Center and the need for more space for the Recreation Department. Currently, the township-owned center is closed while a new mission and vision are decided upon. That decision will guide us as we dedicate nearly $4 million in needed renovations to bring the building up to current life safety and accessibility standards.
That money is just for the building, and whether it is a recreation or a social services model, there will be added staffing costs. A year has already passed since HomeFront left the building, and I hope that Township Council develops a plan that respects the task force’s recommendations while being mindful of fiscal impacts on the municipal budget.
The third and final critical issue is continuing the sense of pride and collaboration with municipal staff as people and systems change. I have been fortunate to have served on council over the past
10 years with a number of staff who have decades of understanding of our community. We have department heads who work to cross-train their staff to save on salary costs and increase staff capacity. For example, our Public Works director ensures that staff can cut grass in the summer and plow snow in the winter.
Our long-serving, talented directors will eventually retire, and it is vital to plan for personnel changes through mentoring and giving opportunities to employees interested in leadership. Though this is the township manager’s responsibility, it is council’s role during the budget process to understand where spending on staffing leads to a more efficient delivery of municipal services, now and in the future.
The township staff also need to continue to implement innovative technology to improve municipal operations and the sharing of information to enhance transparency and public engagement. I’ve spoken with the township manager and clerk about initiatives they have planned for the future. I’m excited about how we will engage with residents in this connected age.
These are the three complex issues where I see the value of having a councilman with 10 years of experience and 10 previous years of service on township committees and boards. I believe that it is
my ability to understand my role on council and how to collaborate with the manager, clerk and staff that has resulted in projects that help the township and the environment.
When I was mayor, I stated that the environment was a focus of mine. With my colleagues on council at the time, we were able to install solar panels at the municipal complex and do it in a way that the residents didn’t have to pay for the infrastructure — just agree to buy the electricity at a favorable price.
I can only imagine the savings that will be achieved over the coming years. We also have electric cars for the use of staff and, through grant funding, have electric chargers for use by both the public and the township. Public Works has an electric mower for our parks that I understand is matching the performance of our gas mowers.
Over the next four years I would like to return to the question of how we travel around our community. Whether it’s walking or biking, we need to think about ways to get around town without a car and how to make those journeys safer for all. We have adopted resolutions in support of policies that work to end traffic fatalities and severe injuries, while increasing safe, healthy, accessible mobility for all, like Vision Zero.
I’m also proud of the work I did as mayor to bring council together on complex topics, like the Fair and Welcoming Community resolution in 2018. This resolution, which is posted in the municipal building, gives clear guidance as to how we as a town deliver services to our community. I remember collaborating with council members to craft a resolution that all five could support. Council worked together to support the residents and businesses we have been elected to serve. I hope to continue this work during my next term.
Finally, there is Trenton Water Works, an issue I’ve been involved with since Labor Day weekend of 2017, with the news of elevated levels of lead in some of the utility’s test results. Since then, I have been an advocate for Lawrence to have a say in the operations of the water utility. I spoke at a hearing in the Statehouse about this need in 2018. Yet here we are in 2025 still talking about covering the Pennington Reservoir and addressing other concerns that have been on Trenton’s radar for nearly 50 years.
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most expensive option for users like my family. At the same time, the status quo cannot continue with chronic understaffing and little to no capital improvements. That is why I am in favor of a regionalized water utility that gives the majority of customers a voice in the water utility’s operations.
If you’ve read this far, thank you. I could go on, as I love our community, but I’ve been given a 1,500-word limit. So, I’ll end with a warm thank you to the residents of Lawrence Township.
Your support is humbling and reminds me of the responsibility and trust you have given me to make the right decisions for our community. If you see me around town, please say hello. If I’m not out with my family, I usually have time to answer questions you have about our town. I enjoy the conversation as it deepens my fondness for our beloved community.
James Kownacki has lived in Lawrence for almost 30 years and retired from the Ewing-Lawrence Sewerage Authority after 25.5 years. He is retired from the United States Marine Corps Reserve and U.S. Army Reserve, with 24 years of service.
fire safety and the concept of a new central firehouse, this is being reviewed by council at this time. Along with other council members, I am going to do the right thing for all Lawrence residents.
The Lawrence Township Community Center is a vital public space. In September, the study was given to council for review, and in October there will be a meeting with public participation.
When it comes to the \$94.9 million school referendum approved by voters, that was brought on by the school district. As a council member, I have no control over school spending. What I can do is my best to control municipal taxes in Lawrence Township for all residents.
On transparency and public engagement, I feel the township is transparent. The budget plan comes under the township manager, who works with the CFO. All departments must come up with a proposed budget for council to review.
Kownacki was re-elected in 2018 and served as mayor in 2000 and 2021. Other activities include: a member of American Legion Post 458; a board of directors member for the 112th Artillery Association; and a member of the board of directors for the Ewing-Lawrence Sewerage Authority.
He has also been a trustee for the National Guard Militia Museum, Sea Girt, and liaison to the Lawrence Senior Center. Candidate statement: Looking back on my current term, I consider teamwork my most important contribution. Whether I had something I thought was important or another council member did, it was teamwork that made it happen.
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As for township roads, pedestrian safety and stormwater infrastructure, we have the best Department of Public Works around. From snow and ice control to pedestrian safety, I feel we are taking care of areas in need and stormwater structures. There are state roads, county roads and township roads here in Lawrence.
For recreation, if you take the time and check out Recreation’s Facebook, you can see everything Recreation has done and more for this township.
Finally, voters ask why continued leadership is important right now. After serving 16 years on Lawrence Township Council — the first two years appointed mayor and a second term appointed mayor — I must be doing something right.
I work to represent all residents of Lawrence Township as a whole. There may be times when some residents don’t like something I do, but then there are times when residents do.
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the last seventeen years.” That places the senior midfielder’s starting point at 1-yearold but that would stand to reason considering his DNA.
Sepulveda’s grandfather and father were both professionals in the soccer-crazed nation of Chile. . .although over there it’s known as a football-crazed nation.
“It’s big-time stuff over there,” Sepulveda said. “My dad didn’t force it on me but I always saw he loved soccer so I just followed him. I always loved soccer; I grew up with it. I was always watching games. “
But not to slight one parent, he quickly added, “my mom was always helping out too, taking me to soccer games; driving me to all my different things.”
Sepulveda was born in North Bergen and his family moved to Lawrence when he was in fourth grade. He joined the PSA travel program before moving to PDA to play with his friends.
After starting as a center midfielder for his first team, he was moved to left back at PDA. Upon arriving at Lawrence, Molinelli put him at outside fullback as well.
“Our eighth-grade coach was telling me all about him and as a freshman, the first day in tryouts we saw how special he would be,” the coach said. “His natural position is center mid but freshman year I wanted to just get him on the field. I knew
how good he was gonna be then, and it’s paying off.”
Sepulveda was OK with playing outside back and did a good job, but always felt he was better suited to be in the middle of the field. He approached the coaches halfway through that first season.
‘I didn’t mind playing outside back because I had experience from my club soccer; I had a feel for it,” he said. “But I felt like I had more control of the game at center mid. I told (Molinelli) I played best at the midfield position. He trusted me on that and ever since he’s been playing me at that position and I’ve shown what I could do.”
Showing his prowess as a playmaker, Sepulveda had a goal and seven assists – which were second on the team – as a sophomore. Last year he collected seven goals, which was third on the team, and eight assists, which again placed him second.
He became a team leader during that time, but was officially named captain this season.
“He took to that leadership role last year,” Molinelli said. “We had other seniors who were big parts of our team that were captains but he’s been a leader for us for a while. Now he has the title and he’s doing his thing.”
Sepulveda has thrived as a captain. As of
Sept. 18, he led the Cards in both goals and assists with three apiece.
“He’s pretty much our playmaker,” Molinelli said. “He gets the ball on his feet and he either gets assists or tries to find his teammates. He sprays balls for us in a good way trying to get the ball forward. I’m also hoping he scores a bunch of goals for us this year.”
That’s only half his job, of course.
“He also has to run back on defense,” Molinelli said. “That’s the life of a center-mid.”
Sepulveda enjoys the role of facilitator, saying, “I like to set the tone a lot. And if I have a chance to drive and score I’m gonna do it.”
He has a hard shot, as witnessed by the 25-yarder he rocketed off the crossbar and into the goal against Nottingham. And when it comes to distributing, Molinelli feels he is playing the right position.
“He has great vision,” the coach said. “Any time he gets the ball on his feet he does something good with it. He wins a ton of tackles in the middle of the field. He’s really tough in there. He’s always around the ball. He’s just very dangerous.”
He’s also very intelligent, as witnessed by a 3.9 grade-point average and membership in the National Honor Society.
“Since I was little my dad and mom
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always put me into my studies,” Sepulveda said. “For them education is important.”
Outside the classroom, Sepulveda is a student of the game.
Whenever watching soccer on TV, he’s not just lying on the couch and enjoying down time. He is taking mental notes.
“Seeing professional people play just gives you an idea to try something when you’re playing,” he said. “It gives you a good aspect of the game.”
And that aspect has given Sepulveda a sharp soccer IQ.
“For the last seventeen years I’ve played it so I sort of grew into the game and know how to manage it,” he said. “The midfield is the hardest position to play, you’re the brain on the team, you gotta be good at it.”
Adding to that firm grasp of the game is the experience he picked up playing in the back.
“That does help me out,” Sepulveda said. “It gives me a view of how things are done around the entire field and how different positions work. In the midfield you’re supposed to see the whole game and control it.”
He does so despite standing just 5-8, but as Sepulveda noted “being smaller sometimes helps, but really, in this game height and size don’t matter.”
Endurance does, however, which is why
Sepulveda will work out and run three times a week, so he is able to cover both ends of the field. When he’s not doing that, he has a ball at his feet.
“I usually go out with my friends, we come to Lawrence and play, or go play pick up ball,” Sepulveda said. “I’m always busy with soccer.”
He hopes to remain busy with the sport in college, and has been in touch with Arcadia University and Lehigh University so far. Molinelli feels he will make it at the next level.
“He’s been a great player for us for four years and I think this is gonna be a breakout year for him,” the coach said. “I’m honored to coach him. He’s an unbelievable center-mid, one of the better ones in our conference, and I think he can play in college.”
Once Raul leaves, the Sepulveda well does not run dry. Like his big brother, freshman Luis is starting at outside back for the Cardinals this year.
“My little brother will be a great player,” Raul said. “He’s smart in school. He’s looking up to me so I need to be that role model. He’s an outside back but he usually plays up top. He wants to go pro and he has time to develop. He’s like me but even better.”
Which cannot be comforting news to Lawrence’s future opponents.
Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton Offices MOVE TO NEW, CENTRALIZED LOCATION
Capital Health Medical Group, a network of more than 600 physicians and other clinicians who offer primary and specialty care, has consolidated three of its Primary Care – Hamilton practices into a brand new, spacious office located in the Mercerville Shopping Center.
The new Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton, located at 346 Route 33, Hamilton, New Jersey will be led by a team of experienced physicians, including Drs. Jerrold Gertzman, Christine Castillo, Andrew Chiromeras, Nauman Diwan, Siddiq A. Faisal, Navjot Kaur, Smriti Sharma, John Stabile, Michael Stabile, Laisa Vadakara, and Lukose Vadakara.
“Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton was one of the offices that helped launch our primary care network, and it’s amazing to see how much the practice has grown since it first opened more than 20 years ago,” said Dr. Jerrold Gertzman, Chief Medical Officer at Capital Health. “With our entire Primary Care – Hamilton team working together under one roof, patients will benefit from more streamlined access to care and the collaborative environment we maintain in all our primary and specialty care offices.”
As part of Capital Health Medical Group, the board certified team of physicians at the brand new Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton is available to keep you on the path to better health. As part of Capital Health Medical Group, Primary Care – Hamilton also offers easy access to experienced specialists and surgeons
when necessary and the most advanced care in the region at nearby Capital Health hospitals when patients need it most.
Office hours at Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday (8 a.m. to 7 p.m.), Wednesday and Friday (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) and Saturday for same-day appointments by calling ahead (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). To make an appointment, call 609.587.6661 or visit capitalhealth.org/hamilton.
Capital Health Hospitals Achieve NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR STROKE CARE
Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton, New Jersey and Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell recently received the American Heart Association’s Gold Plus Get with The Guidelines® –Stroke Quality Achievement Award. This award recognizes Capital Health’s commitment and success in ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
As one of 15 state-designated comprehensive stroke centers in New Jersey and home to Capital Institute for Neurosciences (for patients who require the most advanced treatments for neurovascular and stroke care), Capital Health Regional Medical Center received the American Heart Association’s Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite Plus award and the Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Advanced Therapy award. To qualify for these recognitions, Capital Health Regional Medical Center must meet quality measures developed to reduce the time between a patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment with clot-busting medication. Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell received the American Heart Association’s Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite Plus award.
Additionally, Capital Health Regional Medical Center and Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell each received the Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award. Hospitals that qualify for this recognition ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes, who might be at higher risk for complications, receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke.
“Our community depends on Capital Health to provide the most advanced stroke care possible according to the latest treatment guidelines,” said DR. DUSTIN ROCHESTIE, director of the Stroke Program and director of Neurology and
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Neuro Critical Care at Capital Institute for Neurosciences. “The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines initiative fosters environments at both hospitals where our teams can put proven knowledge to work and help patients in the Mercer and Bucks County region experience better outcomes and longer, healthier lives.”
To learn more about Capital Health’s commitment to providing advanced care for stroke patients and those with other complex disorders of the brain and spine, visit capitalneuro.org.
MAJOR EXPANSION OF HEART AND VASCULAR CARE in Trenton at Capital Health Regional Medical Center
Capital Health has officially opened a new, state-of-the-art Heart and Vascular Center at Capital Health Regional Medical Center (RMC), located at 750 Brunswick Avenue in Trenton, marking a significant expansion that covers 12,650 square feet with three operating rooms: one cardiac surgery room for open-heart procedures, one hybrid operating room, and one catheterization laboratory for interventional procedures. The new center also includes six pre-/post-op bays (two dedicated to cardiac surgery), support offices, and staff accommodations.
“Born in Trenton, I take great personal satisfaction in knowing what this means for our neighbors and community and their health care. For more than 125 years, Capital Health has been a part of the Trenton community. Preserving cardiac surgery and developing this resource for patients was incredibly important to all of us,” said Samuel J. Plumeri, Jr., chairman, Capital Healthcare Inc. Board of Trustees. “Thanks to the support of our elected officials, the Department of Health, and other partners, our new Heart and Vascular Center provides residents of Trenton and surrounding neighborhoods greater access to the most advanced cardiovascular care possible.”
“The people who live in New Jersey’s capital city deserve to have a health care system that provides the full range of acute life-saving services. With cardiac surgery, advanced stroke and neuroscience care, and trauma services all under one roof, our Regional Medical Center is an incredible health care resource - which is what Trenton deserves,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health. “I am enormously proud of the entire Capital Health team and grateful to all of our partners in state government and the community for the work it took to get this done.”
“As physicians, we are excited to be able to begin caring for patients in these state-of-the-art facilities,” said Dr. Joseph Auteri,
board certified, fellowship trained cardiothoracic surgeon and medical director at Capital Health’s Heart and Vascular Institute. “This new suite of operating rooms will allow us to provide the latest treatment options - often combining open procedures and endovascular procedures into a single operative case for patients. This allows for quicker recovery and better outcomes, and it allows us to treat more complex problems. We’ve already assembled a multidisciplinary team of physicians that work together for the best patient outcomes; now we have the facilities to execute this exceptional care.”
The project was made possible through $22 million in state grant funding awarded in partnership with Governor Murphy and representatives for state Legislative District 15, which includes Senator Shirley Turner, Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, and Assemblyman Anthony Verrelli.
Clinical teams from the Capital Health Heart and Vascular Institute will be providing a wide range of advanced services in the new Center, including cardiac surgery, open and minimally invasive vascular surgery, cardiac catheterization, cardiac electrophysiology (minimally invasive treatments for irregular heartbeats and other disturbances of the heart rhythm), and structural heart care (minimally invasive treatments for heart valve conditions, atrial septal defects, patent foramen ovale and other structural issues of the heart).
The Heart and Vascular Center at RMC is part of the larger Capital Health Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers comprehensive care with a multi-specialty approach. For more information, visit www.capitalheartandvascular.org.
FREE UPCOMING HEALTH EDUCATION EVENTS
Register by calling 609.394.4153 or register online at capitalhealth.org/events and be sure to include your email address. Please register early. Class size is limited. Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2 – 3 days before the program date. Registration ends 24 hours before the program date.
Peripheral Vascular Disease Update
Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Location: Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell
NJ PURE Conference Center, One Capital Way, Pennington, NJ 08534
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a progressive disorder that can affect any blood vessel outside the heart and lead to complications in your legs, feet, and other areas of the body. Join DR. KOGULAN NADESAKUMARAN, a board certified vascular surgeon from Capital Health Surgical Group, for the latest information about PVD, including risk factors, prevention, detection and treatment. Staff from the Capital Health Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Department will also discuss current rehab options for PVD.
Seasonal Affective Disorder:
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Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Location: Zoom Meeting
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at certain times of the year, typically in winter months. Jenna Straus, a licensed clinical social worker from Capital Health Behavioral Health Specialists, will discuss symptoms, causes, and evidence-based treatments.
What is a podiatrist’s role in wound care?
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A podiatrist plays a major role in wound care, especially for people with diabetes or circulation issues. Foot wounds are more common than many realize, and they can quickly become serious.
A small blister, cut, or sore can turn into an ulcer or infection before you even notice, especially if you have nerve damage and can’t feel your feet well. That’s where a podiatrist comes in.
“Podiatrists are often the first line of defense when it comes to preventing amputations,” Jason Jolliffe, DPM, RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group provider and a board-certified podiatrist who specializes in wound care at the Center for Wound Healing at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton).
“We don’t just treat the wound; we figure out what caused it and help prevent it from coming back,” he says. If you have diabetes, poor circulation, or neuropathy, it’s important to check your feet regularly—and see a podiatrist even if everything seems fine.
Podiatrists are trained to spot early warning signs that others might miss, such as pressure points, calluses, and dry or thinning skin. They can also help with nail care, shoe advice, and custom insoles to reduce friction and pressure.
If a wound does appear, time is critical. Podiatrists often lead the wound care process, using special treatments like debridement (removing dead tissue), wound dressings, and even skin grafts or other advanced therapies.
They also work closely with other specialists to make sure every aspect of your health is being addressed.
“Healing a wound without fixing the pressure that caused it is like mopping up a spill while the faucet is still running,” says Dr. Jolliffe. “We’re here to stop the problem at the source.”
What makes podiatrists especially valuable is that they understand how your feet move and bear weight.
That means they can suggest ways to keep pressure off a wound while it heals, whether that’s a custom shoe insert, a walking boot, or even minor
Perhaps most importantly, podiatrists focus on prevention. They take the time to teach patients how to care for their feet at home—like how to check for redness, changes in skin color, or signs of infection.
For many, that extra attention can make all the difference.
Foot wounds may not seem like a big deal at first, but they can lead to major health problems if ignored. With a podiatrist on your care team, you have a partner who understands how to keep your feet, and your body, healthy and strong.
Dr. Jolliffe sees patients at the RWJUH Hamilton’s Center for Wound Healing located inside the hospital at 1 Hamilton Health Place, Outpatient Building #5, Ground Floor, in Hamilton, NJ 08690.
ilton, 100% of the 2025 t-shirt sale proceeds will directly benefit the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton. Adult sizes are $25 each and children’s sizes are $10 each. Also available to purchase are car magnets. Order yours today!
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Pickleball Kingdom , 1100 Negron Drive, Hamilton. 609-288-7036. 6-9 p.m. Join us for an evening of pickleball, community spirit, and purpose as we unite for this important cause. Together, we can make an impact. All levels welcome! Event price is $25 per person, registration is required, & limited spots available. Call 609-288-7036 to register or visit online at: Hamilton, NJ - Pickleball Kingdom
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Softball Tournament , Mercer County Park, Softball Field #3 (S3), 1638 Old Trenton Rd., West Windsor. 6-8 p.m. This free event will feature two teams loaded with local area celebrities and is open to all spectators. Paint the Town Pink merch and swag will be available to purchase at the event. Check it out – you never know who you might see playing!
For more information, please call (609) 689-7031. To make an appointment or learn more about The Center for Wound Healing at RWJUH Hamilton, call 609-249-8300.
Paint the town pink with RWJUH Hamilton
Hamilton Township and surrounding Mercer County municipalities will be awash in a sea of pink when the Young Professionals Group and Development Committee of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, celebrate their 2nd annual Paint the Town Pink, a fundraising initiative to support the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton located at 2575 Klockner Road, Hamilton.
All special events and activities, like those listed below, will help makes a difference. Any questions or if you need more information, contact Jessica Alleman, Director of Development, at 609249-7527 or email Jessica.alleman@ rwjbh.org.
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Paint the bar Pink. Killarney’s Publick House, 1644 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd., Hamilton. 4-8 p.m. A signature event with guest bartenders, music, raffles & prizes! Event ticket price is $35 pp, which includes two drink vouchers and an open appetizer buffet. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the venue the night of the event. Visit rwjbh. org/paintthetown to purchase tickets in advance.
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Outside the Lines art Studio , 1710 Kuser Rd., Hamilton. 609-833-2345. 6-9 p.m. (Ceramic Night). Enjoy a fun-filled night of art when you pick between four ceramic pieces: a coffee mug, stemless wine glass, sundae dish or pub mug. The talented team will help guide you through the creative process so you can create something truly unique to take home and enjoy. Light refreshments of water, tea or coffee will be available. Call to learn more and register.
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The referendum passed — Now what’s happening?
Dr. Klim’s Corner
Robyn a. Klim, Ed.d., LCSW
When Lawrence Township voters approved the Lawrence Township Public Schools referendum earlier this year, they did more than authorize building projects — they affirmed a collective vision for the future of our schools. Now the exciting part begins: transforming those plans into real improvements for our students and community.
The first big step is already in motion. Renovations to the Lawrence Middle School auditorium are soon to be underway. This muchloved space hosts school plays, assemblies, and concerts and soon it will be upgraded to better serve both students and the broader Lawrence community. Accessibility is a major focus of this project with upgrades including more wheelchair-accessible seating and a ramp that leads from the back of the auditorium all the way to the stage.
Accessibility doesn’t stop there. This project proposes a second elevator with accessible bathrooms in the LMS addition. Other capital projects outside of the referendum around the district include a new set of accessible bathrooms at Lawrence Intermediate School and an ADA ramp to a primary entrance at Slackwood School. These upgrades reflect our district’s commitment to ensuring that every student, staff member, and community guest can fully participate in all aspects of school life.
Behind the scenes, it’s truly a team effort. Every district department is playing a role, from facilities to curriculum to technology. The focus is always the same: ensuring that every
new or renovated space supports learning, wellness, and growth. Whether it’s designing classrooms that inspire collaboration, ensuring accessibility, or creating spaces where students feel a strong sense of belonging, the details matter. At Lawrence Middle School, a two-story addition will include brandnew classrooms, flexible learning spaces designed to meet the needs of today’s students, a gymnasium that can hold all students, an expanded cafeteria, and even a reimagined outdoor courtyard. These upgrades aren’t just about bricks and mortar — they are about creating a refreshed, future-ready middle school that will welcome 6th graders for the first time once construction is complete.
And this isn’t a process happening in isolation. Community involvement remains central to the referendum’s success.
On October 15, LTPS will host the first Community Conversation where residents can learn more about upcoming projects, ask questions, and even give input on design decisions. This is just the beginning of ongoing conversations to keep families and residents engaged throughout construction.
So, what’s happening now? In short: progress. The referendum passed, and the work of building — both literally and figuratively — has begun. From blueprints to groundbreaking to ribbon cuttings, Lawrence Township Public Schools will continue to keep the community informed and involved every step of the way. Together, we are creating schools that reflect the excellence, inclusivity, and future focus our students deserve.
dr. Robyn Klim is the Superintendent of the Lawrence Township Public Schools.
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