2020-07-25 - The Manchester Times

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Lakehurst “Blue Rally” Supports Police

By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – Despite 92-degree weather, residents, public officials and borough officers came out for a “Blue Rally” to show support for the members of the police department.

A nationwide campaign circulated through social media calling for residents to demonstrate support for the law enforcement agencies in their communities last week and resident Jennifer Pfeifer took up the challenge to do just that.

Wit h t he help of friends and with full cooperation of the mayor and council she was able to quickly mobilize around 20 borough residents for a 2 p.m. march from the Union Avenue parking lot to police headquarters.

The participants carried signs and in some cases wore blue police shirts to show their support.

Mayor Harry Robbins and his wife Eileen came out on the

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Parking, Badges For Lake Debated

−Photo by Bob Vosseller Residents and non-residents are enjoying the Lakehurst lake but overcrowding is causing concerns among the borough’s governing body. A few options were discussed during a recent council meeting.

−Photo by Bob Vosseller Participants of the Lakehurst Blue Rally take to Union Avenue to show support for their local police officers and police everywhere. very hot day of July 18 for the event sporting Lakehurst police shirts.

“This is to support our men and women in blue. Not just ours but all through the country.

Right now, police are

getting a bad rap. Like in anything, any religion, race or profession there is good and there is bad. To say one person is bad and then to say the whole group is bad is hypocritical,” the

mayor said.

“There is always bad cops and there is bad in everything but to say they are all bad because of a certain group isn’t right,” Mayor Robbins (Police - See Page 4)

“Freeholder” Title Could Change To “Commissioner”

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – While welcoming Ocean County Vocational Technical School dramatic art students to their new classrooms in Ocean County College, in January, Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph Vicari explained to them his role as a Freeholder: it’s like being mayor of the county.

Vicari, who is the longest serving Freeholder in the state, may soon have a different title as lawmakers move forward on legislation to eliminate the title of “freeholder.”

The bill to replace the title “freeholder” with “com-

missioner” was originally proposed by Sen. Joseph Pennacchio, a Morris County Republican, in 2018. It never wound up passing.

Gov. Phil Murphy, Senate President Steve Sweeney and Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin, said the proposal was revised.

A joint statement by the three Democrats called for the change saying “As our nation tears down symbols of injustice, we must also tear down words we use in New Jersey that were born from racism. It’s past time for New Jersey to phase (Freeholder - See Page 7)

By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – The borough’s lake is reaching full capacity and many out of town residents are causing a concern.

Mayor Harry Robbins brought the issue up during a July 16 council meeting. “We have a bit of an issue going on with our lake. We have overcrowding; more people are out of towners than residents.”

The mayor added, “I enjoy the lake myself as do the taxpayers. I have had conversations with (Police) Chief (Matthew) Kline already and there are a couple of options that we are looking at right now.”

One of those options is to charge a fee for non-residents. “The chief is going to look into other communities that do that.”

Borough Attorney Ian M. Goldman said that while he understand there is a financial bur-

den to the municipality “and that residents obviously want to use the lake, they are paying taxes and they want access to the lake.”

Goldman said there was a legal issue that had to be analyzed and any fee system reviewed. “At this point, Mayor, I am uncomfortable with saying yes to this unless it is structured appropriately. I do want to look into it a little more.”

“Under municipal police powers you do have the right to implement a parking system for residents only so the town under their police powers could section off certain lots by the lake from say 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and have them for residents and have decals given out to residents,” Goldman added.

“That might deter a non-resident from attending the lake,” Goldman said.

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said, adding that police across the country were currently being painted with a broad brush stemming from acts of police brutality and racism that have occurred and which have garnered global attention.

His wife echoed his sentiments. “In any profession you are going to fi nd good and bad. A bad apple doesn’t describe them all. I wouldn’t want to be a police officer these days. You put your life on the line just walking out the door.”

“You can’t even do your own job,” Mayor Robbins interjected.

“There are too many cameras and when you see people fighting, instead of stopping it, people video it,” Eileen Robbins added.

Police Chief Matthew Kline said he was very pleased with the turnout and the show of support for his department and others in his profession. Kline was sworn in as chief in January but has served in the department for years.

“As a police chief this is overwhelming.

The support that this community gives us is great and I couldn’t ask for more. When the community and police department work together it is great,” the chief said.

Among the changes Kline implemented were a change in uniforms and the recent hire of two new officers. William R. Bowers and Harry J. Paul were sworn in on July 16 during a Lakehurst Council meeting.

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There is less citations and our officers now focus more on their surroundings,” the chief said.

The department has nine full time officers of its 13-member force. The department was also “accredited back in October of 2019 and we are continuing on with the accreditation process,” Chief Kline said.

Police accreditation by a state agency means the department has met the highest standards and practices of law enforcement. −Photo by Bob Vosseller The event’s organizer said, “I think people are failing to Lakehurst Mayor Harry Robbins, left, speaks with members of the Lakehurst Police Dept. realize that these people who as they prepare to line up for a walk down Union Avenue for a “Blue Rally” in support of the are rallying against the police Lakehurst Police and law enforcement officers everywhere. officers are forgetting when they are in need or get into a car accident or the George Floyd case in Minnesota). they have to come out and have to deal with someone breaks into their home or whatev- We watch the news, and she said police someone combative and they have to hurt er it is, these are the people they are calling are bad they hurt that guy but I told her them they may end up losing their job and and if that isn’t there what will happen?” just because one person did something that is wrong. It really is,” she said.

She added on social media that for those Pfiefer added, “Everything would just bad doesn’t mean they are all that way,” disappointed that they missed the rally, fall apart so I think it is really important Pfiefer said.

“I used the analogy that we had two wa- “you can always put a sign on your winto support them especially our Lakehurst police officers. They are great; they are termelons and one was rotting but would dow, front lawn etc. saying “back the blue.” you throw both away because one was Let our officers know Lakehurst supports there, and care, and are here today.”

“It is unfortunate that an incident hap- rotting? It just doesn’t mean that they are them and respects what they do every day.”

Chief Kline joined several of his officers, pens and it is like all the police officers all bad. You see Facebook and you see all these posts against the police and I think the mayor and the blue rally participants are like that.”

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Continued From Page 1 out the term ‘freeholder’ from our public discourse – a term coined when only white male landowners could hold public office.”

The Senate bill, S-855, passed in committee. The Assembly version, A-3594, has not yet been heard in committee. A bill has to pass through committee and then be brought up before the full body for a vote before the governor signs it into law.

Freeholder Director Vicari spoke with Micromedia Publications/JerseyShoreOnline.com and said that while he understands the emotion behind the idea, he wished the issue could wait until 2021 because there is also a cost factor associated with a name change. He also agreed that the term commissioner was not a good choice preferring County Supervisor.

Vicari pointed to the response that the late Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. had made in 2018 when the idea fi rst came up.

During the Ocean County Freeholder Board’s April 18, 2018 meeting, Freeholder Bartlett, a retired history teacher, voiced strong opposition to the proposed legislation. At the time, he was the longest serving Freeholder, having served 39 consecutive years. He passed away later that year. “I fi nd the proposed legislation disturbing.”

“We have been the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders since the county was founded in 1850. It pains me to think the State Senate has a bill before it - a bill

The Manchester Times, July 25, 2020, Page 7 that would change the name to a Board of Commissioners,” Bartlett said. There were an abundance of boards with the titles of commissioners throughout the state and in Ocean County alone there were 12 commissions with well over 100 non-elected commissioners. There are also numerous commissioners serving in the governor’s cabinet.

“Commissioners is an overused term.

What is wrong with the term ‘freeholder?’” Bartlett asked stating that the term had been used since colonial times. He also noted at the time that while monuments and statutes were being removed and acknowledged some might be inappropriate that they, like the term of “freeholder” were still a part of history.

“To suggest the term ‘freeholder’ is in anyway sexist or racist is downright insulting. It makes no sense,” Bartlett said. The Freeholders passed a resolution opposing the move in May of 2018.

As Vicari would echo two years later, Bartlett pointed out that there would be a cost factor to changing signs on county buildings, parks, stationary, trucks and other areas.

“This is up to the State of New Jersey and it will happen. I’d prefer it happen after the COVID-19 crisis is over. It will be very expensive. Some counties (outside of New Jersey) have County Supervisors.

We supervise county government we don’t commission it,” Vicari added.

Vicari said that the way it looks now the new terminology term would start to be used in all 21 counties after December

but with no change of the functions of a freeholder.

“I would prefer they wait until later in 2021 so we can have a transition as we have so much printed paper. Let’s wear it out, the COVID-19 pandemic will be gone and then we can look at what we want to do and reeducate the people that we are no longer a freeholder but a commissioner,” Vicari said.

He added that a survey should have been taken “as a courtesy to each county what their preference was. I don’t think we should rush through it right now.”

“The diversity of freeholders has never been more to what it is now in 2020. Do we change the name of the sheriff or governor? If you are going to change the name of freeholder do you change the rest?” Vicari asked.

Vicari added, this is a very emotional time right now but let it wait one more year. “They never came to Ocean County or any county and asked us what our preference was. We picked up the paper one day and saw this is what the state wanted to do.”

“We have to be practical. I am not going to be emotional about this whole situation.

The people of Ocean County know what a Freeholder does. It is publicized out there.

Most people, I would say, know the function and job of a Freeholder,” Vicari said.

He noted that people just voted in the July 7 primary which had the term position of Freeholder on it. “We will accept whatever the state does. I think we should wait to 2021 and cut the expense as much

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Vicari was also a history teacher. He said “is it an English term? Yes, but we have an English background here. I cannot change history.”

He noted in the 1960s there were only three Freeholders on the board but it went to its current five later. The Freeholder Director also recalled a time when Tom Kean Jr. had proposed the idea of abolishing the state’s Freeholder boards and turning over the power of governing to the towns.

“We are middle government. We manage $450 million a year in our budget. We have 607,000 people and no one is complaining about our services. I think people should have something to say about this,” Vicari said referring to the name change decision.

“How can people vote for a Freeholder in one year and change it the next year without the input of the people?” Vicari asked.

He said he’d have liked to have seen the matter put on as a state ballot question and to fi rst have a feasibility study on the impact it would have on the state.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL Questions Remain About Sending Kids To School It lo ok s l i ke some hybrid of in-person and remote schooling is going to be the best option in September.

Remote schooling is not ideal, but nothing about this pandemic is.

My motto has always been “hope for the best, prepare for the worst.”

We have to expect the worst when it comes to this virus. Sure, Ocean County has far fewer cases than other count ie s. T hat ma ke s me feel a lot better. We’re goi n g t o g e t a n u p tick in September. Any teacher or parent will tell you that September is when all the bugs go around.

I d o n’t bl a m e t h e schools for whatever they decide. They are damned if they open, d a m ne d i f t hey st ay closed – at least in the eyes of the residents.

T hey’re not goi ng to please everyone – nor

should they.

School officials are in the unfortunate position t o cle a n u p t h i s m e s s that they didn’t create.

Just like all of society’s ills, people look to the schools and yell “Well, what are you going to do about it!?”

If people would just wear masks, like the CDC says, we wouldn’t be having this discussion.

T he s t at e i s i s s u i ng guidelines, and I believe that the school officials locally will do their best.

There are a lot of problems, however, that might not be easily solved, or won’t fall into the guidelines: According to the Asthma a nd A llerg y Fou ndation of America, 8.4 percent of children have asthma. The CDC says this places them in the higher risk category. How can you protect them?

What do you do about

the kids who are asymptomatic and come to school?

What do you do when a parent gives their kid Tylenol to reduce the fever and then sends the kid to school?

What do you do when you can’t get a hold of a parent and their kid is showing symptoms or has a fever?

When a child has a fever, do you put them in a quarantine area? And if they are put in the same room as kids who have a fever, but do not have COVID, are you then spreading it?

How do you know?

A re schools or st af f liable if a ch ild gets sick? Can parents sue the school/staff ? Does this matter if it’s a private or public school?

How can you social distance on a bus?

Does the bus driver have to take a kid’s temperature before letting them on a bus? How much will

that slow down the transportation schedule? If a kid has a temperature at the bus stop, what power does the driver or aide h ave t o s e n d t h a t k id home? What if there are no parents or guardians at home or the kid doesn’t have a key?

Let’s say one kid on a bus later tests positive for COVID. Kids on a bus always go to several different classrooms. Does that mean every classroom is then potentially infected?

How can we have kids social d ist a nce du r i ng a fire drill or an active shooter drill? (The fact that we have active shooter drills and a pandemic is depressing.)

If a therapist helps one ch i ld , a nd t he n wor k s with another, then they have potentially spread it.

Do they have to sanitize m at e r ia l s i n b et we e n?

Or if they have individual items for each kid, where are they stor ing

that equipment?

How long do they have to be temperat u re-f ree before they come back to school?

If one child has it, does ever yone in that classr o o m h ave t o q u a r a n tine? Do they have to stay home? If the teacher then brings it home to their fa m i ly, doe s t hat t he n s pr e a d t he v i r u s f rom their kids?

If the teachers or other staff get sick, or they have to qu a ra nt i ne, do t hey have to use up sick time?

Where are you going to get substitute teachers?

I seriously doubt anyone will be signing up for that job now.

Where are the districts going to get the money to pay for any improvements to the building to keep p e o ple s a fe? O r e x t r a staff ?

How can you get pre-K kids to understand any of these rules?

How can you get spe-

cial needs kids to understand any of these rules?

How can you communicate these issues to children who don’t have English as their primary language?

How ca n you kee p very young children six feet apart?

How do you toilet a special needs kid? How do you put a mask on an autistic child who won’t tolerate it? If a special needs child is having a behavioral issue, and is hurting themselves or others, how can you restrain them?

pleted classes that will help you in your future endeavors.

These are difficult times that we are currently in.

But that should never stop you from dreaming big and from reaching as high as you can.

As a member of the 2020 graduating class the obstacles you have overcome will someday be the stepping stones to your future and lessons learned that will make you stronger, more compassionate and caring.

As students you have developed critical thinking and problem solving skills to help propel you into a global landscape. Education exists to provide you with a unique, nurturing and inspiring experience.

It prepares you for what’s ahead so long as you use the

tools you have been given wisely and to the benefit of not just you, but others.

With graduation behind you, many of you will go on to continue your education and others will go out into the job market securing employment in a profession that interests you – maybe it will be the trades, maybe it will be teaching, maybe it will be medicine.

Whatever path you take, remember the importance of the journey.

Your future begins today.

Always remember that you are a part of something great and your world is one of opportunities. Take advantage of them. You can make the difference the world is counting on.

We c a n c e l s c h o ol when there’s two inches of snow in fear of the worst thing that can happen. Maybe keeping at least half of the students home is a smart idea.

Chris Lundy News Editor

Letters To The Editor A Letter To The Class Of 2020

W hether you wal ked across a stage, drove by in a car or celebrated it virtually, your graduation has great meaning to us all.

Letters To The Editor You see, as graduates, while there may have been on the calendar. whether high school, college, or middle school, all of you were faced with an unprecedented challenge in 2020 – one that none of us had familiarity with – and

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some trepidation as to how things would turn out, you forged ahead, made the best of a difficult situation and in the end you received that diploma that shined the greatest light on your success during some very dark days. When it became clear that the novel coronavirus pandemic was going to shut down a great deal of our everyday routines, including school, it also came with change and disruptions no one could have anticipated.

Proms, signing yearbooks, job fairs, interviews, last school days were no longer

As you mark the completion of your time in middle school, high school or college, all of you have reached a milestone in your life. This is your moment in time. Graduation marks the beginning of a new and significant journey as you take what you have learned and make it that much greater.

Today you are recognized for your hard work and dedication that got you to your goal of graduation.

With the help of your teachers, administrators, school staff and loved ones, you participated and com-

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Governor Murphy Signs COVID-19 Emergency Bond Act

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy signed into law the “New Jersey COVID-19 Emergency Bond Act,” which authorizes the state to borrow up to $9.9 billion to address the unprecedented fiscal crisis that has arisen as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The passage of this legislation is an important step in New Jersey’s recovery from the economic ravages of the COVID-19 pandemic,” Governor Murphy said. “While this is by no means a silver bullet, the ability to responsibly borrow is essential to meeting our fiscal needs in the coming year.”

Under the law, the state has the authority to issue bonds totaling $2.7 billion for the remainder of the extended Fiscal Year 2020, which runs through September 30, 2020, and up to an additional $7.2 billion for the nine-month Fiscal Year 2021 that runs from October 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021, for a combined amount of up to $9.9 billion to be issued over the two periods.

The state is authorized to borrow either through the issuance of general obligation bonds that can be sold to investors or through the federal government’s Municipal Liquidity Facility, which was established to help states and local governments across the country deal with the fallout from the global pandemic. The State is also authorized to refinance bonds issued pursuant to the bond act.

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“The current economic crisis is virtually unprecedented in both its severity and swiftness,” said Governor Murphy.

“Our unemployment numbers and drop in revenue have both far outpaced the worst months of the Great Recession so while we see this bill as an important step, our ultimate recovery will depend on a number of factors including additional federal aid and savings within state government.”

The law also establishes the Select Commission on Emergency COVID-19 Borrowing, comprised of two members of the Senate selected by the Senate President and two members of the General Assembly selected by the Speaker of the General Assembly, which must approve any proposal to issue bonds prior to their issuance.

The bill was sponsored by Senate President Steve Sweeney and Sen. Paul Sarlo in the Senate and Assemblywoman Eliana Pintor Marin and Assemblyman John McKeon in the Assembly.

“This will give us the ability to provide the resources needed to respond to crisis economic conditions resulting from the coronavirus,” said Senate President Steve Sweeney. “It also includes a process to ensure responsibility in managing public finances as we work through the fiscal problems that are not fully known. We want to be responsive to financial needs, but we also have to be fiscally responsible and recognize the long-term consequences

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“We must keep New Jersey’s economy moving and we have to continue to provide the government services that are so important during the pandemic,” said Senator Paul Sarlo, chairman of the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee. “While we understand the need for emergent financing

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Emergency Bond Act’ authorizes the state to issue state general obligation bonds to help address the fiscal crisis caused by this pandemic. The impact of COVID-19 on our economy, budget and fi nances is unpredictable and changing rapidly. We must take action to ensure our fiscal viability by empowering the state to apply for and receive federal stimulus loans for the benefit of the state’s ability to respond to the negative impacts of the coronavirus.

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BAY HEAD – The 4rth Annual Art in the Park and Beyond will now be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 23 at 83 Bridge Ave. behind the borough hall.

The date was changed and the park is now reconfigured with the new layout providing ample room between vendors and the public during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This event is being hosted by the Bay Head Art in the Park and Beyond committee.

Dozens of fine artists/fine hand makers in the park and many items “beyond” will be part of the event.

Music will be part of the enjoyment of this family friendly event. For information call 732-735-4826.

Second Chef Tasting On The Bay To Be Held

BAYVILLE – The second Chef Tasting On The Bay event will be held on Sept. 27 at Martell’s Waters Edge at 11 Whitecap Way. The event will run from noon to 4 p.m. so save the date for the tastiest event on the Barnegat Bay. Last year the event featured 18 of the shore’s best restaurants serving up unlimited samples of the best dishes around to a packed house of 450 people.

Afterwards everyone went outside to the Tiki Bar and enjoyed live entertainment by The Brue Crew. There were raffle baskets, signed memorabilia, crystal, 50/50 ticket and a whole lot more.

This event is being hosted by A Need We Feed which helps fight hunger. Their mission is to prepare, package and deliver hot meals to create dining opportunities for veterans, seniors, families, homeless and those in need.

For information about this nonprofit charity organization visit aneedwefeed.org or call 732-600-6831.

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Free Concerts At Harry Wright Lake

MANCHESTER − The Township and Recreation Department are continuing to present Concert Fest 2020.

For those joining the fun of Concert Fest at Harry Wright Lake, the Recreation Department reminds you to bring a mask as they must be worn when social distancing cannot be maintained (ex. waiting to be seated, using the restrooms, waiting in vendor lines).

Once you are seated masks are not required. When the concert reaches capacity at 500 people the venue will be closed off.

The lineup on Aug. 12 includes WJRZ at 5 p.m., Stiletto and the Saxman at 6 p.m. and the Santanna Tribute Band Sun Flower at 7:30 p.m.

On Aug. 26 the final event will include WJRZ at 5 p.m. Julian and Dominque at 6 p.m./ and Garden State Radio at 7:30 p.m.

Bring lawn chairs and blankets, refreshments and food will be available for purchase. For details contact the Manchester Recreation Department at 732-657-8121 ext. 5101 or 5102. You can also visit the township website at manchestertwp.com.

Run/Walk To Bring Awareness To Ride Share Safety

MANCHESTER – You can help spread ride share safety by taking part in the #WhatsMyName 5K run/1 mile walk on Sept. 26, 2020. The event is from 9-11 a.m. at Gazebo Park in Robbinsville.

The event is organized by the #WHATSMYNAME Foundation, reminding people to always ask their ride share driver to repeat back their name before getting into a vehicle. It was started after Samantha “Sami” Josephson of Robbinsville, a 21-year-old senior at the University of South Carolina,

got into a stranger’s car – mistaking it for her Uber. The child safety locks were activated which prevented her from escaping.

Sami was kidnapped and murdered by the driver.

Signs have been put up in the area to remind passengers of “SAMI”: Stop to review safety features; Ask what’s my name?; Match the license plate and display; and Inform by sharing ride details.

For more information, visit WhatsMy Name.org.

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LAKEHURST – Volunteer firefighters and first aid squad members are urgently needed.

Staffing remains at an extremely critical level, which could affect the long-term future of these vital organizations. These organizations exist for you, but community involvement is required for them to continue. Training is

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Please consider helping your community as a member of either the first aid squad or the fire department.

Contact Borough Hall at 657-4141 or 6574161 for additional information or to volunteer your services.

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The event is located at the Pizza Hut at 211 Route 37 East in Toms River. The event is rain or shine, and there is no rain date.

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The events will also have vendors, food and beverages, giveaways, a 50/50 and DJ Blue Jay. For vendor opportunities or for more information, call Jason at 732-810-5729. To register and pay by credit card, call Mel at 732-239-8968.

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By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – There are plenty of places for mosquitoes to breed around your property, and the Ocean County Mosquito Extermination Commission offered tips to prevent the spread of the parasites.

Mosquitoes breed in places with standing water like open buckets, open trashcans, clogged gutters, tarps, saucers under planter pots, corrugated drains, kids’ toys, tires, pool covers, unused pools, and birdbaths.

“If an object can hold water for four to five days, it can be a problem,” said Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director Gary Quinn, who is liaison to the Ocean County Mosquito Extermination Commission.

“These mosquitoes can often be found in water amounts as small as a bottle cap, which makes dumping standing water simple and the most effective way for controlling mosquitoes.”

Horse owners are being urged to properly vaccinate their horses for West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis.

In previous years, the Commission would be able to do yard audits to inform a member of the public how to prevent the spread of mosquitoes on their property, but that is not being done this year due to COVID-19.

“Residents need to be aware of locations that may serve as a breeding ground for mosquitoes in their yards,” Quinn said.

“With over 40 different species of mosqui-

toes found in Ocean County, it is imperative to do what you can to limit the chance of mosquitoes.”

Since 1913, the Ocean County Mosquito Extermination Commission has been working to keep the parasites at bay. They inspect and treat areas like swamps, wood pools, roadside ditches, retention/detention basins, catch basins, and saltmarshes. Ground crews track rainfall and are dispatched to areas that need the most attention, and the helicopters check approximately 80 spots at least twice a week, doing treatments on saltmarsh areas and any inland areas that are too big to treat from the ground.

There are 60 spots throughout the county where the adult mosquito population is counted. Rainfall counts are taken at 19 spots. The state has 28 light traps.

Mosquitoes are trapped and tested for West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, St. Louis Encephalitis, and Jamestown Canyon Virus.

“Controlling the mosquito population has come a long way over the years,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “These methods are conducted in ways that allow for the highest level of safety to protect humans, non-target species, and the environment.”

For more information on the Ocean County Mosquito Extermination Commission, call 609-698-8271 or visit oceancounty mosquito.org.

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By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – The November 3 election is coming soon, and officials are reminding people that if you want to be on the ballot as a candidate for the school board, you need to file by 4 p.m. on July 27.

“The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in changes to the filing of nominating petitions,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gary Quinn, liaison to the Ocean County Clerk.

“Potential candidates are encouraged to contact the Ocean County Clerk election staff at (732) 929-2153 with regard to petition filing.”

The school board election is on the same day as the general election, Nov. 3.

Ocean County Clerk Scott M. Colabella said that petition packets for school board candidates can be mailed to candidates from the election staff. In addition, recently signed state legislation allows for an electronic process for the collection of petition signatures and submission. Electronic petitions along with information on obtaining signatures electronically for an individual or joint school board nominating petition can be accessed at the State of New Jersey Division of Elections website at nj.gov/state/ elections/candidate-information.shtml Completed petitions can also be submitted via U.S. mail or hand delivered to the Ocean

County Courthouse at 118 Washington Street in Toms River.

Colabella said candidates can file jointly for the same office, title and term.

“Simply, more than one candidate can appear and circulate the same petition for the same office and term,” he said. “In the past, petitions had to be filed separately, even if all the candidates were running on one slate.”

Candidates can also choose a slogan of no more than three words to appear on the ballot under their name, if they choose.

All candidates, even if you file electronically, must file a Disclosure Statement with their petition. This statement says that you are not a disqualified voter and you have not been convicted of a disqualifying crime.

You must also provide an email address.

In addition, it is important for all candidates filing electronic signatures to know that the Affidavit of Person who circulates the petition and witnesses signatures, and the Oath of Allegiance/Certificate of Acceptance by candidate all must still be filed with their petition.

A complete listing of all candidates who file petitions for school board will be available shortly after the July 27 deadline at oceancountyclerk.com or facebook.com/ oceancountyclerk.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE New Study: COVID Spread Could Be Controlled If Everyone Wore Mask

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department brought attention to a new study that estimated the spread of COVID-19 could be controlled in 4-8 weeks if everyone wore a mask.

The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Robert Redfield, said in a July 14 interview with the Journal of the American Medical Association that “the United States could bring the COVID-19 epidemic under control in just a matter of 4 to 8 weeks if everyone would wear a mask.”

Part of the CDC report followed two stylists who had COVID-19 and were showing symptoms. They wore face masks. Their 139 clients who also wore face masks had no symptomatic secondary cases. There were 67 of them tested, and they all tested negative.

“After more than 3 months of study and research, the scientific community continues to confi rm that masks/face coverings do work in mitigating the transmission of the COVID-19 virus,” said Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department Public Health Coordinator/Health Officer.

“The OCHD is always providing our residents the most up-to-date information and guidance we can share to better educate them that wearing masks and social distancing are the only key measures we have in place to keep people protected and safe from transmission. Until we find a vaccine or cure, only the consistent and correct use of face coverings, when appropriate, is an important tool for minimizing spread of COVID-19 from pre-symptomatic, asymptomatic, and symptomatic persons.”

Gov. Phil Murphy has mandated face coverings in outdoor situations as well, when social distancing is not possible.

Ocean County’s number of positive

COVID-19 cases are in a steady decline right now, officials said. However, the summer tourist season is upon us, and with the reopening of businesses and activities, people are neglecting safety precautions like masks that could put themselves and others at risk. This could lead to a major setback.

“Only time will tell if the entire country can control the spread by getting all the states on the same page when it comes to social distancing and mask mandates,” said Patty High, OCHD Assistant Public Health Coordinator. “Here in Ocean County we have our own job to do and the Ocean County Health Department will continue to do its part urging every resident to not get complacent and help keep the number of positive cases on a steady decline by wearing a face covering and social distance.”

To fi nd out more about the recent CDC report visit: cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/ wr/mm6928e2.htm Additional information can be found at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019ncov/summary.html or New Jersey Department of Health website state. nj.us/health/cd/topics/ncov.shtml The Ocean County information on COVID-19 can be found at ochd.org.

The OCHD is also providing a general COVID-19 Information Call Hot Line for residents and clinicians to answer questions regarding the coronavirus. The number is 732-341-9700 ext. 7411.

The NJDOH (NJPIES) hotline is available for questions around the clock at 1-800-222-1222 or by dialing 2-1-1. Other related sources; for medical COVID-19 questions call 1-800-962-1253 (24/7) or Text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive alerts.

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By Chris Lundy IRVINGTON – With the assumption that all school districts are going to have some form of virtual learning in September, the State is allotting $115 million to provide technology so that every student in New Jersey will have the ability to learn from home.

Gov. Phil Murphy held a press conference in Irvington, where about half of the students didn’t have access to computers at home.

Schools have been closed since March, and online education has provided its own challenges. COVID-19 has exposed problems in our everyday life, and one of the problems in the educational system is that poor families do not have the same opportunities as others.

He called the $115 million in funding the Digital Divide Initiative, because it is designed to bridge the divide between the have and have-nots in terms of access to educational materials.

This money will come from a variety of sources, he said. The state is also reaching out to the philanthropic community

and possible industry partners to stretch the state money more. There could be an “adopt-a-district” situation. Some money will be available for private schools.

Senate President Steve Sweeney was part of the movement to get the money approved.

“The greatest equalizer in the world is education,” he said. “How many Einsteins have we lost? How many brilliant minds did we lose because they didn’t get an education?”

“We do know that many schools are going hybrid,” said Senator Teresa Ruiz, chair of the Senate Education Committee. By that, she meant that many districts will likely have a mix of in-person education and virtual in September.

Murphy and Sweeney thanked Ruiz for pushing for this movement in order to get kids educational technology. She said the driving force is equity – will legislation and policies be written in a way to protect every single person in an equitable manner?

“It’s 2020. It’ll be to be 2021 soon,” she said. “What’s the problem with every student having access to a computer?”

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Ocean County Health Dept.

Says Hit The Beach But Be Safe

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Health Dept. would like to see county residents and visitors hit the beach but at the same time, to do it safely during the current coronavirus health crisis.

“Ocean County has some of the best beaches in the country,” Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little said recently.

Freeholder Little is the liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health. He said, “we certainly want our residents and visitors to enjoy this beautiful resource but everyone must remember to do their part in mitigating the transmission of the COVID-19 virus by adhering to all the social distancing measures and by wearing a mask or face covering when social distancing is not feasible.”

OCHD Public Health Coordinator/ Health Officer Daniel Regenye said his agency wants to encourage people “to get outdoors and give themselves a mental health break from the stresses that may have impacted their lives during the pandemic.”

Regenye went on to explain that the beach can be therapeutic and a great place to exercise, jog, walk, fish, relax or to participate in any beach activity that one may enjoy and allows some time to recharge.

He noted that mental health experts recommend breaking away from technology by putting the phone down, stepping away from the computer, and turning off the

television and social media whenever possible.

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a serious challenge for many people and has led to stress, depression, anxiety, and a feeling of confi nement. Try these tips while at the beach to relieve some of the stresses due to the pandemic; • Turn off the phone and enjoy a nice nap under an umbrella.

• Read a book on a topic you enjoy.

• Meditate.

• Take a leisurely stroll on the beach after the crowds have left for the day.

• Exercise.

• Listen to your favorite music.

• Spend quality time with family.

Your physical health is just as important as your mental health and the beach is a good place to get out and exercise while clearing the mind. Activities and sports such as surfi ng, body boarding, swimming, jogging, volleyball and even a casual stroll on the sand are all fun and good ways for people of all ages to get outdoors to refresh, recharge and even soak up some vitamin D - the healthy nutrient the sun provides the body.

As many people can’t exercise at the gym or health club, then moving some of the workout outdoors to the sun and sand is a great idea. However, keep in mind personal safety is still a priority.

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For more information, go to ochd.org.

The locations of the drop boxes are mainly held in police station lobbies. The sites include: Barnegat Police Department, 900 West Bay Avenue; Berkeley Township Police Department, 631 Pinewald Keswick Road; Brick Township Police Department, 401 Chambers Bridge Road; Jackson Police Department, 102 Jackson Drive; Lacey Township Police Department, 808 West Lacey Road in Forked River; Lakewood Police Department, 231 Third

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Black Currants Help With Night Vision

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

The retina is a delicate tissue that surrounds the back part of your eye, and it is easily harmed. Taking care of the retina is important for vision, and black currants are rich in compounds that neutralize free radicals which would otherwise assault and destroy your retina! Then you wouldn’t be able to see. Then there’s this compound called “rhodopsin.” Have you heard of it?

Rhodopsin is imperative for light adaptation, so you need it to see in the dark. Black currant supplements are quite popular for this purpose.

Specifically, free radicals are neutralized in the presence of certain pigments (a.k.a. dyes) that are naturally found in colorful fruits. Black currants should be thought of as eye food! These can be eating dried, raw, as jelly or in tea/ supplements.

When you think of healthy fruits you think of the darkest ones like blueberries, blackberries and black currants.

These are often made into jams and preserves, which are truly delicious.

But as you know, they can all be eaten raw in your cereal or fruit salad. You can bake with them too. It’s the anthocyanins (a dark bluish black pigment) that impart the health benefits.

Black currant has been studied for its anti-viral properties, and it’s been found to have a good effect on dry eyes. They also stimulate T helper cell activity, which is a great side benefit now that we’re interested in our immune function.

Eating foods with black currants, or supplementing with an extract of it helps with dryness in the eye, as well as intraocular pressure. A study from a few years ago discovered how black currants increase blood f low to the optic nerve which enables vision. In various other trials, black currants In various studies, black currant anthocyanins were shown to increase nourishing blood flow to the eyes in patients with glaucoma, reduce intraocular pressure in the eye, and slow down visual field deterioration. Anthocyanins (again, dark fruits contain this dark pigment), have a relaxing effect on myopia. According to research, the compounds can read the blood-retinal barrier and have a relaxing effect on it. This can help treat myopia and glaucoma.

Please don’t misconstrue this as a reason to stop your Xalatan, Vyzulta, Zioptan, Travatan or Lumigan. Those are brand names of prescription eye drops. But if you do take them, ask your doctor if black currants are good for you, and if you can try an oral dietary supplement for your eyes that includes them, or eat them! I can’t think of a reason why not, however, I’m not able to advise you on this. Like all supplements, there are pros and cons, just like with all medications. But I can’t think of a reason as I write this, why it would be bad, unless you’re allergic to them. I have a longer version of this article posted at my website if you’re interested: suzycohen.com.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2019 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Parking:

Continued From Page 1 Mayor Robbins said that was the borough’s second option. “There are a few options.

We can charge, however, we would have to charge the residents like everybody else.”

Goldman said that Brick Township once tried to charge non-residents only “with their beaches and that was shot down.

Basically, everybody is free or everyone

has to pay.”

One way to get around that legally is to have season passes versus day passes and that was also brought up during the meeting.

The season passes would be “far cheaper but someone would have to be monitoring badges,” Oglesby said. Mayor Robbins said “the chief and I discussed that as well.”

Chief Kline said that within the last several weeks the lake has become very crowded.

“We are limiting the lake to just that parking

lot right now. Once the park reaches capacity, no one else can go in there.”

“This past weekend we had officers there to make sure there was proper social distancing and any groups over 10 need a permit.

We have crossing guards in the summer time so perhaps they could be badge checkers. When cars come in, check badges,” the chief added.

Goldman pointed out that the opportunity to buy day passes would have to be known

and available.

Council President Steven Oglesby reminded everyone that “by the time we implement anything we will probably be into August and half the summer will be gone. There was just recently on New Jersey Network about our lake and I’m sure a lot of the out of towners especially those from New York may have come because of that so perhaps this all may be short lived.”

“This huge influx may be compounded by this pandemic situation. Maybe because so many things are closed and that this was on the news of what a great lake it is - and I agree - but we didn’t want that many people to know about it,” Oglesby added.

The police will continue to monitor the situation and cap capacity based on the parking lot being filled and further discussion on the subject will be held at the next council meeting.

In other business, Oglesby questioned the height of certain parking signs within the borough suggesting that might be the reason for non-compliance by residents.

“A few months back I asked if there was a reason why the no parking sings were as high as they were. They are 10 feet off the ground. I know a temporary restriction on parking has been placed around that area and you can’t see some of those permanent signs because of branches,” Oglesby said.

“Is there a reason they have to be so high?

I think they are too high,” the council president added.

Councilman Gary Lowe, the liaison to the borough’s Department of Public Works said “we are replacing a lot of those signs. They are already on order so when they go up I will make sure they address that.”

Mayor Robbins clarified that these signs were on borough property and were around the lake on Church Street.

Oglesby added, “some are so high that I see cars beneath them because I don’t think they are looking at the signs.”

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

Empty Nest Now Full Thanks To Pandemic

Dear Joel, When the COVID-19 Pandemic hit and NJ went on lockdown, my two twenty-something daughters, and one college student daughter moved home so we could quarantine together. My husband and oldest daughter were able to work from home, while my middle daughter was considered ‘essential’ and went to work daily. As a physical therapy assistant, I was unable to go to work, so my college student and I kept busy at home.

It was a difficult adjustment at first, but we soon settled into a routine. As a matter of fact, my two older daughters are enjoying the routine so much that they have hinted at moving back permanently.

As much as we all enjoyed our extended family time, it’s time for them to go back to their own lives so we can continue with ours. Do you have any suggestions as to how we can send them home without having them feel that they’ve been kicked out?

Answer: You certainly had your hands full, but at the same time I’m sure you and your husband were happy to have your family together, safe and sound. It’s interesting how adult children, who once couldn’t wait to leave home, suddenly won’t. It sounds like it’s time for a family meeting where you and your husband let them know how you love them, but that now it’s time for Mom and Dad to have their independence. And, my guess is that as restrictions in NJ and surrounding areas are lifted and life starts to resemble something familiar, they will reclaim their own independence.

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By Chris Lundy MARLBORO – A Whiting man was charged with firing into a home and vehicle in a neighborhood in Marlboro, police said.

Joseph M. Galli, 27, of Whiting, was charged in the incident. Police said Galli had no connection to the residents of that home. No one was injured.

At approximately 3:30 a.m. on April 7, Marlboro Police responded to a report of shots fired on Dutch Lane. The investigation by the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office and Marlboro Police revealed that the weapon belonged to Galli. Projectiles were found in the home and a vehicle.

On July 15, Galli was located and arrested.

He has been charged with the second degree

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Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.

If convicted of any of the firearms offenses, Galli faces a sentence of five to ten years in prison subject to the provisions of the Graves Act, requiring him to serve a mandatory 42 months in state prison before becoming eligible for release on parole. His maximum exposure on the Aggravated Assault charge is 10 years, subject to the “No Early Release Act (N.E.R.A.),” which would require him to serve 85% of any sentence before becoming eligible for parole.

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Italian - American Gentleman seeks woman 65-75 yrs with same interest.

I am loving, caring, and easy going.

Loves music and dancing. Give me a call 732-207-5338.

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Janitor/Cleaner - To keep the cleanliness of clubhouse, restrooms, surrounding recrea-tional areas, set up for events, etc. This position is responsible for keeping the premises in a clean and orderly condition. 732-350-3322.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n)

Now Hiring – The Goddard School on Route 70 is seeking full time Teacher’s Assistant and leads for the upcoming school year. We provide a warm, loving environment for children up to six years. Must have a flexible schedule, available Mon-Fri. Benefits include paid time off, 401k and paid lunch on Fridays.

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Food Service - Our staff has done a tremendous job during the recent pandemic. Our staff has been and is committed to quality service to our residents. Our staff is are not just employees but they are heroes in the eyes of the residents and family members. We continue to comply with all department of health standards and maintain strict following of all CDC standards. The Pines is currently looking for experience and on experienced food service workers) who want to be part of a team that is committed to providing excellent service to the residents here. We have numerous part time openings for Servers/Waitstaff, Dietary Aides, and Utility Aides/Dish Washers. We have a diverse workforce from high school kids to retired individuals. Our high school kids get the work experience and at the same time have the opportunity to earn scholarships to college from our resident association. Our retired individuals come in and provide mentorship and leadership to our young kids and at the same time get the satisfaction and feeling that they are still making some type of contribution. At this time, we currently have the following part time opportunities with our dining services department: All positions are part time and currently start at $11/hr. Apply online at https://www.thepinesatwhiting.org/contactus/careers/ or in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 EOE. (34) Kitchen/Wait Staff - Apply online at Magnoliaal.com or in person at Magnolia Gardens. 1935 Route 9, Toms River. 732-557-6500 or email hr@magnoliaal.com. (30) Program Management Analyst needed by VitalAxis in Toms River, NJ to be responsible for execution of multiple programs of strategic business value & end-to-end delivery by managing teams across geographies in America & India. Email resume to, Arun Tumati, Chief Operations Officer, at arun.tumati@vitalaxis.com.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Ocean Health Initiatives Reopens Closed Locations

By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY − Ocean Health Initiatives recently reopened several of its locations in Ocean and Monmouth counties.

The locations that have reopened include its Brick office at 1610 NJ-88, Suite 204; OHI Freehold located at 20 Jackson Street, Suite E, Freehold; OHI Little Egg Harbor located at 798 Route 539, Building 3, Little Egg Harbor; and OHI Stafford located at 333 Haywood Road, Manahawkin.

Those locations were temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic while Toms River’s location at 10 Stockton Drive; Lakewood’s location at 101 Second Street; and Manchester’s location at 686 Route 70, Lakehurst, remained open.

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The Lakewood, Little Egg Harbor and Manchester health centers have pharmacies. OHI provides comprehensive primary and preventative health and dental care to Ocean and Monmouth County’s uninsured, underinsured and insured populations.

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The DOH recently released a directive that permits parents, a family member, legal guardians and support persons of pediatric, developmentally disabled and intellectually disabled residents of long-term care facilities to arrange for by-appointment indoor visits with their loved ones.

“I understand how stressful and heartbreaking it has been for so many families not to be able to visit their loved ones in person for more than three months now,” State Health Commissioner Judith Perischilli said. “Reuniting families with their loved ones in these facilities is a critical step for the mental, physical, social and emotional well-being of these residents.”

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE You’ll Never Be Left High And Dry As Long As Dr. Choxi is By Your Side

By Michael Vandenberg “There’s always some kind of suppor t available,” for patients struggling with pain, Dr. Sarah Choxi told me in a recent discussion. If you, like many of Garden State Medical Center’s new patients, have been told by other doctors that nothing could be done to alleviate your suffering, it’s time to think again. When you combine the vast treatment options available at GSMC with Dr. Choxi and the rest of their pain management specialists (including founder Dr. Dharam Mann), that negativity simply doesn’t stand a chance.

After all, her interest in helping people has driven her throughout her education and career.

She decided to specialize in anesthesiology and interventional pain management because she saw how much those fields could change lives.

“It was a way to help patients improve quality of life,” said Dr. Choxi. “It can be really difficult for people when they have pain to go through their normal day by day activities. So it was really impor tant to me as a medical student, later on as a resident, and now as an attending to be able to restore their function and have very independent lives.” People who have conditions that can’t be solved or are difficult to solve deserve the ability to be happy and painfree.

Formerly at the Universit y of Chicago, Dr. Choxi was drawn to GSMC’s same focus, as well as the innovative tools it has to make it happen. “It’s a very multi-dimensional perspective on man-

aging pain,” she said.

Their solutions include medication manage ment, injections, spinal cord stimulators, and countless others that have been proven safe and effective. Oftentimes a combination of techniques works best. “Patients aren’t cookie cutter.

They’re very unique and individual. So I think you need to have a plan in place that caters to their specific needs.”

Garden State Medical Center has always been on the cutting edge, so it’s only natural for them to have so much under their umbrella. If Dr. Choxi thinks you need to see a rheumatologist, don’t start looking at next month’s calendar; you can see one of her rheumatologist colleagues in-house in a matter of days. She’ll probably even share her notes with them on their stateof-the-art electronic database, which will also help you to stay informed about your own care.

Being in-the-know about the options available to you is an important part of the culture at GSMC. Dr. Choxi remembers one patient in particular who was desperate for answers. She had heel surgery and, although When she saw the pa- granted. Recently she it had physically healed, tient, she told her, “No went to a flea market with she was still feeling a matter what, we’ll fig- her husband and could ton of pain. Unfortunately, ure this out together.” Dr. actually just walk around the surgeon had been Choxi gave her options: for a couple hours and enjoy herself. Previously, dismissive, telling her five to be exact.

The patient decided anything longer than ten that there was no reason to go with minutes used to be una n i n j e c - bearable. “I’m finally able tion called to just enjoy the weather a s y m p a - outside,” the patient told thetic nerve her. “I’m so glad that you block, and could give me options j u s t l i k e and I know that I can t h a t s h e trust you.”

Trust in a doctor gives for her to be feeling dis- achieved 90 percent recomfort. “She felt a little lief. It was a life-changing patients the courage to pushed around by him difference, giving her pursue the treatment and sort of just pushed the ability to experience they feel most comfortout the door,” Dr. Choxi basic joys again in ways able with. Luckily, after remembered her saying. lots of people take for Dr. Choxi gives you the

most effective and safest options, she’s happy let you make the ultimate choice. Unfamiliar with how some of these methods work? She’ll happily go over everything with you at length and answer any questions. In addition, GSMC has models in every room to help patients visualize what doctors are describing. There are even televisions in all the offices with videos that give patients a full rundown of procedures and illustrations on how they’re performed.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of july 25 - july 31

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You might rush to get something done on time and only end up slowing yourself down. This is one of those weeks when you should be extra polite and avoid letting anyone get under your skin. Hold off on making major changes.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Let sleeping dogs lie. You might feel that it’s best to be forthright when discussing a financial matter. Unfortunately, all you may do is stir up resentment and controversy. Remain discreet in the week ahead.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Dialogues about the past can needlessly complicate the present.

Put personal meetings and serious discussions on the back burner during the first half of the week.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): The New Moon arrives in your sign early tomorrow. The next few days could be difficult to navigate because there may be a pileup of duties and realities to face. Wait until the second half of the week to make weighty decisions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The shift in focus during tomorrow’s New Moon might be all it takes to reveal hidden problems and mistakes.

Be glad to have a chance to fix them as the week unfolds and learn from them for the future.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can solve crossword puzzles easily but may not easily handle cross words. There could be a competition or struggle over money, policies or ethics, so it’s best to let a sense of fair play prevail in the week ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may feel your achievements are unsatisfactory if you compare yourself to others. This is not a good week to negotiate better terms because other people may be focused on their own agenda and could be less empathetic than usual.

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