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VOLUME 27 ISSUE 29

OCTOBER 2, 2023

CHANGING THE STATEWIDE HONOR FOR GAME FOR GOOD CELEBRATE LIGHT SHOW WESTWOOD

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Demarest Farms is gearing up for its Halloween and holiday light shows — Orchard of Lights is the stateʼs largest such labor of love — and you can get a sneak peek at the Halloween spectacle at a fundraising event on Thursday, Oct. 12. All proceeds go to Layla Balestra a local third-grader battling Ewing sarcoma. Demarest Farms, at 244 Wiermus Road, says “Join us during the most spooky time of year and experience the amazingly spooktacular Halloween Light Show. Take your vehicle on a guided tour through 32 acres of brilliant Halloween light displays, and enjoy our farm fresh goodies in our retail farm market. On her GoFundMe, Laylaʼs Cancer Battle, Alana Capogrosso and Jennifer Balestra say “Anyone who knows Layla knows that she lights up every room she walks into. At just 7 years old, our beautiful girl was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma. What started as knee pain ended in the dreaded words ʻyour child has cancer.ʼ “Over the next year, Layla will be going through chemotherapy and multiple surgeries on her way to recovery. She is truly blessed to have the strongest support system and community behind her. “As the Balestra family endures one of the hardest battles of their lives, we would like to

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Making all the right moves! Local student-athlete Livvy Dunne, left, and LSU hoopster Angel Reese on the cover of October’s “Sports Illustrated,” their second appearance in the publication. At right, part of the conversation on Dunne’s Instagram.

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Pascack Valley native Olivia Dunne, a former USA National team member and a standout Tiger gymnast at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, graces the October 2023 “Sports Illustrated” cover as a trailblazer. Senior Dunne and LSU bas-

ketball star Angel Reese share the spotlight on the October SI “Money Issue” that focuses on rising money in college sports, due to athletes being able to profit from the use of their name, image or likeness while in college. Both Dunne and Reese appeared in SIʼs swimsuit issue earlier this year, so Octoberʼs issue marks the second appearance for both this year.

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Dunne, the highest-earning endorser in womenʼs collegiate sports, boasts more than 8 million enthusiastic followers on Twitter, now “X,” and nearly 4.5 million on Instagram. Sheʼs ranked No. 3 with a valuation of $3.2 million on the On3ʼs “Name, Image and Likeness” Top 100 List. She trails only Bronny James (LeBron Jamesʼ son) and Shedeur Sanders

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WESTWOOD More props: DNJ ʻTools of the Tradeʼ excellence award sings praises of Music on the Avenues

Downtown New Jersey will celebrate initiatives that have made a significant impact on downtown economic development in New Jersey during a luncheon awards ceremony at the 2023 New Jersey Downtown Conference on Thursday, Oct. 19 at The Vogel in downtown Red Bank. Among the initiaitives being honored: Music on the Avenues, Westwoodʼs summer series of more than 35 musical performances across 14 weekends that allows the community to engage and connect. The program was reimagined in 2023 by partnering with the BIZhub committee (the local business information-sharing network weʼve been delighted to cover in these pages) to recognize local businesses as sponsors of the art community. (Based on the success of Music on the Avenues and the organization's other arts projects and programs, Celebrate Westwood launched the ArtsHub Committee to foster the expansion of the Westwood creative arts community.) Each year, Downtown New Jersey (DNJ) recognizes New

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Fun centered on the New York Jets game Sunday, Sept. 24, where after tailgating and the pro game, local kids had 20 minutes to scrimmage on the MetLife field. PAGE 21

A new high school in Westwood? A new world of automobiles, flying machines, moving pictures, and electric light was full of opportunities. Education was said key to seizing them. PAGE 4

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open Township of Washington seats in the upcoming WWRSD school board elections. Over the past eight months, I have had the privilege of getting to know Irene through her dedicated service on the board. Her commitment, passion, and advocacy for our children's education have been evident throughout her tenure. Ireneʼs background in advocating for individuals with intel-

lectual and developmental disabilities for over two decades speaks volumes about her dedication to ensuring that every individual receives the support and guidance they need. Her experience in balancing system needs with individual requirements has seamlessly transitioned into her role as a trustee, making her an invaluable asset to our school board. What stands out most about Irene is her unwavering focus on the children. They are the future of our community and our investment in their education today will shape the leaders of tomorrow. Irene's campaign motto, “Children Centered Advocacy,” perfectly encapsulates her approach and dedication to our students. As a mother of three children who will soon be spread across different school levels, Irene has a

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Bayley for No room for Organ and infighting Guttilla in Hillsdale To the editor: to wholeheartedly To the editor: walks from endorse the two outstanding IDemocratic candidates for coun- A door-to-door this election AM WRITING

cil, Jose Organ and Julia Guttilla. Jose Organʼs dedication to our community shines through his impressive career in the autorepair industry. His commitment to building local businesses is evident in his professional achievements. Jose is a Bergen County native whose enthusiasm for raising his own children in the area where he grew up reflect a deep appreciation for the values and opportunities the “Family Town” has to offer.

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Similarly, with nearly two decades of experience as a publicschool teacher, Julia Guttilla has proven her commitment to public service. She has served multiple roles with the local NJEA in Bergenfield, including building representative, lead negotiator, vice president, and president. She recently moved back to Emerson, where her parents still live in the house in which she grew up. She is honored for a chance to make Emerson an even better place for her children to grow Both Julia and Jose share a common goal: to ensure that all of our residents have a voice in local government. Their selfless dedication to this cause is commendable, and I admire the fresh energy they would bring to the table. I urge you to consider voting for Julia Guttilla and Jose Organ. Jim Bayley Emerson Past councilmember

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more than 40 minutes was taken up with unproductive and unnecessary fighting. The mayor tried to kick a member of council off a standing committee and appoint himself as a replacement. One of the remaining members of the committee immediately resigned in protest. Then a motion was made to form a second competing committee made up of only council members. The mayor sought to expel Councilman Escobar from the committee for missing one meeting while overlooking his running mate, Anthony DeRosaʼs absences – anything for an election! The mayor then tried to force himself on that committee as well. The borough attorney next got involved to try to correct the insanity that was taking place in an open public meeting. On and on it went. After about another 20 minutes of drivel and personal attacks, nothing was done while professionals were being paid with tax dollars to sit through ongoing and wasteful personal drama. If this is how the mayor and council conduct taxpayer business while in the public eye, imagine how poorly they must behave towards each other and borough employees when the public isnʼt watching. Itʼs no wonder the prior borough administrator quit and walked away from a lucrative contract because the mayor and council behave like children no matter where they are – except when they want votes. The fighting continued through the meeting. And the behavior at the Sept. 12 meeting (much like the majority of meetings before it) proves, yet again, that itʼs time for a change in Borough Hall. The council controls the townʼs budget and redevelopment (which they approved over 60 units of apartments per acre which massive tax incentives the developer). For the millions of tax dollars they control, the mayor and his cronies owe us more than feckless leadership and childish infighting. Hillsdale needs more than just a change of leadership if we have any chance at making things better. Hillsdale needs actual leadCONTINUED ON PAGE 13

(Deion Sandersʼ son) at $6.1 million and $5.2 million, respectively. In addition to SI modeling, sheʼs one of “Rolling Stone” magazineʼs top 20 most influential creators. In its money issue, SI details the proliferation of money in college sports over the past two years, and focuses mostly on men, except for the two women at LSU: Dunne and Reese. Reese is ranked eighth on the NIL list, at $1.7 million. Dunne was born in Westwood in 2002 and raised in Hillsdale. She started her gymnastics training in 2005 at ENA Gymnastics in Paramus. By the time she was 14 she was homeschooled by her mother, Katharine, while she spent her days training with her coach, Craig Zappa, at ENA Gymnastics. Although she did not attend her public high school, Pascack Valley high, she and her older sister managed its gymnastics team. Given her need for additional security, she takes classes online at LSU. Dunneʼs online bio notes, “She qualified for the 2020 Nastia Liukin Cup and competed at the 2016 and 2017 P&G Championship and 2017 U.S. Classic before arriving at LSU in 2021. During her freshman season at LSU, she earned All-America honors on the uneven bars, including a 9.90 score at the NCAA championships and a career-best 9.925 on the event.” This summer she was among several movers and shakers from the Pascack Valley honored in Rep. Josh Gottheimerʼs Fifth District Hometown Heroes awards. Her nomination noted her impressive social media clout. (See “Pascack Valley proud in ʻHeroesʼ roundup,” Pascack Press, July 31, 2023.) According to On3, “LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne has been a trailblazer in the NIL space since the NCAA put its interim policy in place on July 1, 2021. And for all the success she has had in the gym, sheʼs continued to build her brand outside of gymnastics. Her social media following has grown to over 8 million. Sheʼs inked deals with American Eagle, Plant Fuel, Bartleby, and others.” According to On3, Dunne is the highest paid female athlete in the country, generating a multi-million-dollar income from name, image and likeness deals with major brands. In early July, Dunne announced she was partnering with LSUʼs Bayou Traditions to create the Livvy Fund (bayoutraditionscollective.com/livvyfund), funded in part by tading cards of some of her most iconic moments in gymnastics, to help connect female student-athletes at LSU with top brands to help secure NIL endorsement deals. Support can range from $10 to $5,000 monthly.

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true. I am so grateful as a female student-athlete to have this opportunity. Itʼs extra special to be on it with Angel Reese because she is a badass,” said Dunne in an SI video clip. Dunne said, “You could have it all. You can be a student, you

can be an athlete and you can also be a savvy businesswoman.” She added, “The new people that look up to me, especially girls, itʼs incredible. That just means the world to me,” she said. “NIL (name, image likeness) hasnʼt just helped gymnastics, I think

itʼs awesome for all womenʼs sports. Being able to work with some of my dream brands now itʼs a dream come true.” “I really hope to get as many women student-athletes on board as I can. I want to continue to elevate womenʼs sports as a whole because they really deserve the same publicity as the menʼs. We

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do equal work, we put in equal 3 time in our facilities every day and in school, so I feel like it would be right for this to be equal,” Dunne said in an LSU press release. She told SI, “People definitely discredit what I do. People need to understand that Iʼve worked for everything Iʼve earned. Iʼve spent years building an audience, and brands pay me for what they believe is worth the reach of the demographic that I offer.” Dunne said the Livvy Fund should help boost other studentathletes. “Me being at the forefront, the most important thing for me was to give back,” she told the magazine. Dunne said she also urges her sponsors to donate to the fund to help female athletes better market themselves.

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The Oradell Reservoir Dam, celebrated Sept. 20, is now 100. “This vital piece of infrastructure is responsible for the growth of Northern New Jersey…”

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Happy Birthday to the Oradell Reservoir Dam. Yes, thatʼs right, New Jersey celebrated the 100th year of Veoliaʼs Oradell Dam on Wednesday, Sept. 20. This vital piece of infrastructure — at the end of Saw Mill Lane, off of Kinderkamack Road — is responsible for the growth of Northern New Jersey by providing quality drinking water to nearly 1 million people. Thatʼs 35 billion gallons a year to residents and businesses across Bergen and Hudson counties. Invited to the party were federal, state and local officials, environmental leaders, and Veolia employees responsible for the maintenance and operation of the dam. “Today we celebrate the Oradell Dam as an engineering feat that has

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The cornerstone of Westwood’s high school, the second in the Pascack Valley, was placed this week back in 1913. The building, which later served as a middle school, stood at Third Avenue and Mill Street. The earlier Lincoln School can be seen in the background.

A new high school in Westwood

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hey came from as far as Peetzburg. No, that isnʼt a misspelling of Pennsylvaniaʼs Steel City. Peetzburg, 110 years ago, referred to what is now a section of New Milford—and some kids came from there to attend Westwoodʼs new high school in an era when only a handful of secondary schools could be found in Bergen County. Indeed, Westwood, whose high school started in 1912, was rather progressive for the time. A recent “Back in Time” article offered a history of Westwoodʼs Lincoln School, a frame building that opened in 1900 near the corner of Third Avenue and Mill Street (now townhouses). It was in this wooden schoolhouse that one of the regionʼs first high school programs had its genesis. By the early 20th century, perspectives on education were evolving. For years the lessons learned in grammar school were thought to be sufficient for most children in the rural Pascack Valley. Now more parents wanted their children to go on to high school and perhaps even college. This new world of automobiles, flying machines, moving pictures, and electric light was changing fast and full of opportunities. An education was the key to seizing them.

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In 1911 there were six high schools in Bergen County. In addition to a newly opened school at Park Ridge, there were high schools in Hackensack, Rutherford, Englewood, Ridgewood, and Ridgefield Park. Students living outside those towns had their choice and paid tuition. Park Ridge officials protested the creation of Westwood High School, taking the matter up with the State Board of Education. At stake was a portion of their student body, who would no doubt transfer to a more proximate Westwood campus, as well as the tuition those students provided toward the school budget. There was also some status intrinsic in hosting the only high school in the Pascack Valley. Park Ridge officials argued that a high school at Westwood would be superfluous, but the state determined that both schools could thrive. Westwoodʼs high school program began in 1912, first as a one-year course that was soon increased to three years. The Westwood Chronicle reported in October 1913 that in addition to Westwood kids, students from Peetzburg (New Milford), Midland Township (Paramus and Rochelle Park), Oradell, Emerson, Washington Township, and Hillsdale were all represented in the student body. The high school offered three distinct courses of study: the “general” course prepared kids for college, the “academic”

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A historical marker is still at the former site of the high school and incorporates the 1913 cornerstone. The former school campus became a townhouse development. course prepared them specifically for teacher colleges, and the “commercial” course provided training for business.

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Borough officials said they hoped to obtain no less than $199,000 from an unused pool of Community Development Block Grant funds to allow them to install an elevator at the firehouse so voters can access an election polling place on the second floor. Administrator Rob Hermansen said Sept. 19 that the borough sent in a grant application for the CDBG funds and that it was possible they may be awarded up to $250,000. Mayor Danielle DiPaola said

schools prefer not to host the voting machines, and there are security concerns with voters having access to schools during elections, officials said. She said there would be no change in polling places for the Nov. 7 General Election. “You should vote wherever you have voted for the last couple of years.” Hermansen said the architect and engineer have prepared an estimate for the elevator project. Engineer Dave Arkinson, Neglia Engineering, said the “most practical, most conducive” location for an elevator at the firehouse is a shaft outside the building. A new elevator will also allow senior firefighters unable to climb stairs to access meetings on the sec-

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Borough looking into resident’s complaint about ‘419’ runoff BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

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The borough attorney said he would look into a residentʼs allegations that two recent flooding events at his Palisade Avenue busi-

ness were possibly related to a lack of stormwater management at the Emerson Station mixed-use development rising downtown. Borough Attorney John McCann told Pascack Press that he hoped to have answers by the next council meeting, Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m.

At the Sept. 19 council meeting, resident Daniel OʼBrien said he sent pictures and videos to council showing recent flood damage to his business at 17 A, B and C Palisade Avenue, which he alleged had come from development at Block 419, Emerson Station.

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OʼBrien is owner and president of Academy Electrical Contractors Inc. and Electrical Power Systems Inc. on Palisade Avenue. He raised concern over stormwater detention or control measures, such as hay bales or sediment control fences. He held up site plans on the 3.34-acre Emerson Station development and alleged thereʼs “no stormwater retaining system installed on that property.” He said this was the second time that his tool room and bathroom flooded. He said this did not happen in 12 years in business, until the Block 419 development was built. McCann told Pascack Press Sept. 26 that he needed to research the developmentʼs approved preliminary and final site plan, stormwater management plan, and developerʼs agreement, to make sure all required regulations were being followed. McCann said he would review whether the required parties, likely including the borough engineer, county engineer and applicant engineer, had signed off on the stormwater management plan, and that it was being fol-

lowed properly. “If thereʼs anything the town can do to stop it [flooding] and prevent it from happening, we will certainly do it,” McCann told us. He said no runoff or flooding connection to Block 419 had been proven and that if all related development and stormwater plans are being followed, the matter may become a civil matter between the two parties.

Other local flooding Following flooding caused by an intense early September rain storm, local officials are seeking ways to address and reduce stormwater and flooding impacts. Officials here were told by the boroughʼs engineering consultant Sept. 19 that an analysis of the local stormwater infrastructure could take more than a year and and estimated $225,000 to help officials get a better handle on possible ways to reduce local flooding following storms. The council discussion on flooding followed an intense CONTINUED ON PAGE 35

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Former pistol range to passive park can begin

Bids to undertake a remediation of the lead-contaminated former police pistol range in Westvale Park — a quarter-acre slice of borough-owned property — will be opened in public on Wed., Oct. 25 at 11 a.m. at Borough Hall. The borough has been planning to remediate the site for years, and in mid-July, approved a bond ordinance to appropriate $290,000 for the work. According to the ordinance, the borough said it anticipated receiving a state Department of

Environmental Protection (DEP) grant of $161,220.56 to help finance the cost of improvements. The work to be performed under this contract includes the remediation of the primary pistol range impact berm and range floor including lead contaminated soil and site restoration. All work shall be completed within 90 days of the contractʼs signing, states the public notice. In early 2022, the ordinance noted a cost estimate of “at least $223,250.75,” which is nearly

$67,000 below the current estimated price tag. Last year, Borough Administrator Durene Ayer said once the grant was officially approved by DEP, the borough would likely go out for bids on the siteʼs remediation. She said the boroughʼs share was then estimated at $55,812.69, and was likely to come from bond anticipation notes. Under the current estimated bond costs of $290,000, minus the expected state grant, the local bonded cost for the remediation

will be approximately $128,779.44. Officials said costs had risen since early last year, and make up the rise in estimated project costs. Once remediated, the site will be converted into a passive park, officials said. In March 2022, the Borough Council, under Ordinance 22-6, authorized a deed restriction on the land in exchange for a cost reimbursement grant for required soil remediation. Nearly 18 months ago, Mayor Ray Arroyo told Pascack Press, “Getting the lead out hasnʼt been quick and easy. Nor inexpensive. We are grateful for the grant funding that offsets these costs.” He noted the WWPD officers hone their skills at the Firearms Training Facility in North Arlington. In 2014, the borough engineer provided a brief history on Westwoodʼs range, noting it was constructed in the 1950s by the police reserves, operated some 55 years, and closed in May 2007. The range comprised about a quarter acre on a 37.5-acre borough-owned property, which also included DPW facilities, a former municipal landfill, and the boroughʼs leaf composting facility. In 2014, Boswell-McClave conducted a remedial site investigation costing $85,000 that determined the extent of the soil con-

tamination, mostly due to the lead rounds fired on site into a range backstop composed of an earth berm and cinderblock wall. Lead contamination was found on the rangeʼs floor and throughout the berm area. A recent paper in Environmental Health noted, “Lead is a toxic substance with well-known, multiple, long-term, adverse health outcomes. Shooting guns at firing ranges is an occupational necessity for security personnel, police officers, members of the military, and increasingly a recreational activity by the public. In the United States alone, an estimated 16,000–18,000 firing ranges exist. Discharge of lead dust and gasses is a consequence of shooting guns.” Westvale Park features two multipurpose fields, two softball fields, a Little League baseball field, and a baseball field, all lighted; an ADA accessible playground; a covered pavilion with six picnic tables; a dog park; a field house with concession stand and ADA-accessible bathrooms; and a paved walking path of 0.6 miles. It also connects to Pascack Brook County Park through a shaded nature preserve featuring a pond and native flora and fauna. — Michael Olohan

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All of this was overseen by a principal, Mr. Normandeau, and just five teachers who had to be rather diverse in their skillset. Mr. Finn taught the commercial subjects. Mr. Frendlich did double duty with science and history and Miss Bull did the same with Latin and mathematics. Miss Keim taught the only foreign language, German, plus English and drawing. Miss Sloat was music teacher. On the afternoon of Oct. 4, 1913 there was a ceremony to place the cornerstone of a new brick building, to be constructed next to Lincoln School and serve as the boroughʼs first high school. The $28,000 building ($850,000 in 2023 adjusted for inflation) would contain a large study hall,

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groupʼs first official service project since its formation in August. Community members are encouraged to bring their donations of canned goods and personal hygiene products to the Kiwanis table at the Township of

seven recitation rooms, a library, general office, principalʼs office, laboratory, and gymnasium. The first graduating class in 1915 included 11 students, five girls and six boys. Seven of them planned to continue on to college, with two on a path to become teachers. The brick building at Third and Mill, later expanded, served as a high school for over 50 years. When the new Westwood Regional High School was constructed on Ridgewood Road in the Township of Washington in the 1960s, the Westwood facility became a middle school. It closed in 1986 and sat vacant for years before being demolished in the mid1990s. A townhouse development stands on the site. Still, a trace of the past remains: a historical marker on the corner incorporates the schoolʼs 1913 cornerstone.

Washington Town Day Fall Festival, Oct. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Memorial Field or to the bandstand in Westwoodʼs Veterans Memorial Park on Oct. 8 from noon to 3 p.m. Donations can also be dropped off throughout October at the Westwood Community Center at 55 Jefferson Ave., Westwood. The Kiwanis Club of the Pascack Valley, is a member of Kiwanis International, a nonprofit service organization formed in 1915 to make lasting differences for youth by supporting community service projects. Ralph Ciardulli, elected as the first president of the new Kiwanis Club of the Pascack Valley, is excited to embark on this com-

munity service journey with the other members of the group. “At its core, Kiwanis is all about volunteerism to support the community,” Ciardulli said. “We are looking forward to lending a hand at local events and contributing to the betterment of the Pascack Valley. Promoting the needs of local food pantries is

one way we hope to be of service, especially as we head into the holiday season.” Ciardulli noted that local food pantries need canned foods but also cleaning supplies and personal hygiene products. The list of items being collected includes canned vegetables, tuna and chicken, stews and soups, beans and chili, peanut butter and jelly, cereal, rice and pasta, noodles, granola bars, dessert mixes, shelf-stable milk, cleaning products, laundry detergent, paper towels and tissues, shampoo, soap, diapers and feminine-hygiene products. For more information write PascackValleyKiwanis@gmail.com or visit PascackValleyNJKiwanis on Facebook.

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Westwood Senior Fellowshipʼs annual October luncheon is Tuesday, Oct. 10 at the Westwood Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave. from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., catered for Westwood seniorsʼ members only. Blood pressure is taken at 11 a.m. by a qualified nurse. Club president Mary Cerrati says, “See you soon!”

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2 Franz Xavier Bergmann (July 27, 1861 – Jan. 1, 1936) was the owner of a Viennese foundry who produced patinated and cold-painted bronzes, Oriental, erotic, and animal figures, the latter often humanized or whimsical objets d’art. His father, Franz Bergmann, was a professional chaser from Gablonz who came to Vienna and founded a small bronze factory in 1860. Franz Xavier Bergmann inherited the company and opened a new foundry in 1900. Many of the bronzes from the 1900s were still based on designs from his father’s workshop. Bergmann is often incorrectly described as a sculptor, but he was not; he was a foundry owner. His workshops employed, on a temporary basis, many anonymous sculptors. — Via Wikipedia

An original Franz Bergmann foundry piece from around 1900 opens to reveal a gilded nude maiden figure (we’ve taken the liberty of covering her up). This rarity is worth an estimatBergmann “naughty” bronze is ed $2,000, says Jon Felz. $2,000. You have one of the more sarcophagus figure. As you recent- desirable in the family of ly discovered, the sarcophagus has Bergmann bronzes and highly a hinged lid that opens to reveal a sought by collectors. I have on standing nude female. A surprise, several occasions encountered new reproductions of this bronze. Iʼm sure! From my inspection of the Thanks so much for the wonderphotographs you have provided it ful follow-up! R.Z.M. Fine Arts & Antiques Inc. is appears this bronze has remained based at 132 Dexter Ave., Pearl in excellent condition, no damage River, N.Y. Call (845) 735-1313 or with minimal age wear. In my provisit rzmantiques.com. fessional opinion the value of this

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ership and professionalism on council. The issues facing our town are serious and very real. Every minute they spend fighting with each other is at a cost for Hillsdale. Thereʼs no time for showboating, and no use in trying to make someone look bad. We expect and deserve more from our public servants. Our team will continue to knock on doors, we will continue to listen, and we offer a true alternative to the mess in Borough Hall. Each of the members of our team has proven professional and appointed and elected experience in leadership, bridging differences, finding common ground, and producing results that better Hillsdale. We have put forward numerous initiatives to lower taxes and increase services, but our opponents have offered nothing of substance to date. Perhaps theyʼre just too busy fighting. Steven Segalas Hillsdale Borough Council Candidate

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beliefs, opinions and priorities. The time has come for this change to be reflected in our local elected officials. Elizabeth Gloeggler, Allison Barnes, and Daniel Galeon, running for Mayor and Council respectively, represent the fresh start that Montvale needs. All three bring forth an appetite for change, a willingness to put in the work and an eagerness to embrace ideas that represent the full community. Whether it be ways to address the newer needs of the town as we continue to grow or offering new solutions to decades-long problems like pedestrian safety or the lack of a community space suitable for all residents, they are the right people to lead Montvale forward. We need to shake up the stagnant nature of our local government and singular way of thinking. I implore everyone reading this to consider a new path forward and vote for Elizabeth, Allison and Daniel this November. The time for change is now! Steve Frischer Montvale

cess. As a Westwood graduate, a former employee, and now a parent whose children are currently attending our schools, she is aware of the issues that our district faces; she understands the challenges and strengths of our district and is committed to working in strong partnership with the public she will serve. Loni understands the importance of public education and that every child deserves an outstanding education. Loni and her family are no strangers to serving the public, as

she and her husband ran the Washington Township/ Westwood recreational wrestling program for over a decade. She has firmly planted roots in this community, and in the students and families she would represent. Loniʼs focus would be working collaboratively with administration, staff, and families to solve the districtʼs most significant challenges responsively and respectfully. Loni is committed to the time and energy required to be thoughtful and deliberate in her approach to any needed changes

and their impact on all our students. She will listen to all sides and work together to support goals to advance our childrenʼs educational environment and achievement. Please join me on Nov. 7 and vote for Loni Azzolina, Westwood Regional Board of Education trustee, representing the Township of Washington. Darlene Mandeville Township of Washington Past board president, WWRSD BOE CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

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the town needs to create new multimillion dollar sports and recreation facilities at taxpayersʼ expense? If they do, is it wise to borrow at current interest rates to do this? The current council refused to put this to a public referendum because they know it would be defeated. Two town-run surveys found little support for their excessive spending projects on turf sports fields (that could be dangerous to young athletes), a second, unnecessary community center or the new idea of pickle ball courts. Is that where residents want their taxes to go? Amazingly, the Hillsdale Republicans have nominated a man for mayor who they denied the opportunity to run for re-election on council. He was only selected to run for mayor when their first choice dropped out. Zoltán Horváth would have been a better choice. With the looming project for our schools, wasteful spending on consultant studies and the extreme spending on sports and recreation by this council, which their mayoral candidate supports, residents should get ready for a series of tax hikes the likes of which we have not seen in many years. I think Michael Sheinfield is a better choice for mayor. He brings new ideas and a relationship with the county government that could benefit Hillsdale. I think it is good to have a bipartisan governing body, I served on one. I urge residents to elect Republican John Ruocco to Borough Council and Democrat Michael Sheinfield as Mayor. Douglas Frank Hillsdale Past Hillsdale mayor

DeLuca in the upcoming election for the open Westwood seat on the Westwood Regional Board of Education. As a lifelong resident and a product of Westwoodʼs educational system, Darren embodies the values, commitment, and vision that our community needs to navigate the challenges ahead and to foster an enriching learning environment for our children. Darrenʼs journey from a young resident enjoying the simple pleasures of Westwood to a successful business owner is truly inspiring. His academic achievements, coupled with his leadership roles in various organizations, demonstrate his dedication, resilience, and capability to contribute meaningfully to the educational landscape of our district. His commitment to honesty, transparency, and informed decision-making is a testament to his integrity and his willingness to listen to diverse perspectives. Darren understands that while consensus may not always be achievable, compromise and balance are essential in fostering mutual respect and effective communication within our community. Moreover, Darrenʼs emphasis on giving back to the community resonates deeply with the fundamental values of our town. His belief in the transformative power of selfless acts and community service aligns with our collective aspiration to create a compassionate and inclusive environment where every individual feels a sense of belonging and purpose. Darrenʼs professional experience as a business owner provides him with a unique perspective on fiscal responsibility and organizational management. His advocacy for conscientious fiscal decisions reflects his understanding of the importance of balancing the needs of our children with the financial considerations of the taxpayers. I believe that Darrenʼs vision, To the editor: his commitment to academic AM WRITING to express my excellence, and his passion for unequivocal support for Darren community service will bring

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about positive changes and create lasting impacts on our childrenʼs lives. He is not just running for a position; he is running to make a difference, to give back to the community that has given him so much, and to ensure that Westwood continues to be a place where children can create positive memories and grow into happy and fulfilled adults. I urge my fellow Westwood residents to support Darren in his candidacy for the Board of Education. Letʼs come together to advocate for a strong focus on academic achievement, mutual respect, parental rights, effective communication, and a community where everyone has a seat at the table in directing our childrenʼs education. John Boccellari Westwood

It’s Lesley Whyard for WW Council To the editor: Lesley Whyard, and Iʼm running for WestM wood Borough Council. You may Y NAME IS

recognize me from last year's election. To all who voted for and put your faith in me, thank you! We were so very close to the finish line! Instead of feeling discouraged, though, I am energized to campaign again, in the hopes of serving this community that means so much to me and my family. Even better this time around, I am proud to run alongside my friend, Councilwoman Erin Collins. As I walk the neighborhoods of Westwood over these next few weeks, I hope you will share why you love it here and, even more important, what can be improved upon. I want people to feel more CONTINUED ON PAGE 17

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Democratic Mayor Keith Misciagna, aiming for a third consecutive term, faces a challenge from Republican hopeful Liza FalatoLau this Nov. 7. Misciagna, and former Democratic councilmen Robert Metzdorf and Michael Mintz, are being challenged by Republican mayoral newcomer Falato-Lau, and her running mates, incumbent Republican councilmen William Fenwick and John Cozzi. In last yearʼs General Election, Republican challengers Bruce Goldsmith and Gregory Hoffman surprised incumbent Democrats Robert Metzdorf and Kelly Epstein. Hoffmanʼs 1,965 votes (26%) and Goldsmithʼs 1,911 votes (25.3%) beat back Metzdorfʼs 1,870 votes (25%) and Epsteinʼs 1,793 votes (23.8%). The councilʼs current make-up is four Republicans and two Democrats. Misciagna, a Democrat, only votes in case of a tie. This year, Metzdorf hopes to regain his seat lost last November. Last year, the Republicans grabbed both contested council seats. In 2019, current Republican Council President William Fenwick opposed Misciagna for mayor and lost.

Fenwick and Cozzi then ran in November 2020 and defeated incumbent Democratic councilman Michael Mintz and his running mate, Raymond Mital.

Misciagna vs. Falato-Lau Misciagnaʼs nearly eight-year tenure as mayor has overseen the development of The James, a 240unit mixed-use residential/retail complex dominating the downtown that took the place of a waste transfer station. In addition, Miscianga recently solicited and obtained millions of dollars in federal grants to subsidize the purchase of filtration devices on several local water wells to remove PFAS contaminants, “forever chemicals.” Moreover, the mayor fought a multi-year battle to oppose highdensity, multifamily affordable housing, settling a lawsuit in late 2020 to allow 448 rental units on a 30-acre former Sony property, including 68 affordable units. The amount of housing units settled for was way below initial

estimates, ranging up to 900 rental units. Back in 2018, he joined Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali at a Trenton hearing to oppose the high-density builderʼs remedy lawsuits driving affordable housing and changing the character of small towns.. Misciagna told us, “We have had a lot of success in Park Ridge recently bringing in new businesses and improving quality of life for our residents. A new basketball court, new turf at Davies Field (Memorial), walkways and playground and lowering the speed limit on Park Avenue to keep our children safe, to name just a few.” He noted, “We have also advocated for and received $3.4 million of federal dollars to improve and protect our drinking water and over $1.5 million in state funding along with hundreds of thousands of dollars in county funding for our road improvements and recreational areas.” “Being elected Mayor of Park Ridge twice has been the honor of a lifetime for me. I love Park Ridge and Iʼm happy to be able to serve our residents,” said Misciagna. Misciagna said he was always active in town, including the Park Ridge Athletic Association, where he coached his three children. He coached youth wrestling for 15 years, served as a Utility Board member where he was elected vice chairman,served on the

local Planning Board, and volunteered for many community projects. “I was elected to the Council twice, was elected Council President four consecutive years prior to being appointed and then elected as mayor twice,” Misciagna said. Falato-Lau, a school teacher for 15 years, is a certified English, elementary psychology and special

education instructor. Under her platform, she notes how she will be different from the current mayor. “In stark contrast, our opponents raised taxes every year they were in office and even gave the developer of The James apartments a tax break while raising the taxes of every other resident in CONTINUED ON PAGE 18

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Much to consider. Left, architect Anthony Iovino, of Arcari Iovino, presents options for the Township of Washington Police Department and Department of Public Works headquarters. WCTVNJ. Right, a police vehicle outside the police station, now attached to town hall. WTPD photo. ment headquarters,” Sept. 18, 2023.) Mayor Peter Calamari said due to the projectʼs cost, it also made sense to get an engineerʼs opinion of the potential police department options. Sears said he favored Option 3 that was presented by Iovino on Sept. 5. Iovino also presented two onsite options, Option 1 and Option 2, for expansion at Town Hall, where the police are based. However, Sears said the $7.6 million cost for Option 3 “seems exceptionally high” noting there may be “a little fat in there” and hoped “we could reduce the price.” Those first two options, 1 and 2, were estimated at about $1 mil-

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lion to $1.5 million apiece. Option 3 focused on the police department taking over Council chambers space, and moving the chambers/courtroom space to the second floor of the new DPW facility. (See “Arresting ideas floated on revised department headquarters,” Michael Olohan, Sept. 18, 2023, Pascack Press.) Option 3, estimated to add $2.6 million to new DPW facilityʼs estimate of $5 million, for a total $7.6 million cost, offers ground floor expansion for prisoner handling space, and police department use of council chambersʼ space. It included interior renovations on the main floor to achieve state DOC-required spaces, ADA

restrooms and clearances, minimal renovation of lower floor for police storage, and a takeover of council chambers for police department use. Arcari Iovino suggested two options for relocating council chambersʼ space: One was to combine the council chambers with the current seniorsʼ space; the second option was to move council chambers to the new DPW complexʼs second floor. The architect previously noted combining council chambers and seniorsʼ space “is viable but would cause scheduling and territorial issues.” Also, the furnishings needed would require set up and break down for a range of events. Calamari told the council that the police department likes Option 3, noting that it will serve their needs well now and into the future. He said Options 1 and 2, both expanding the department onsite at Town Hall, “would not work in the near future.” He noted parking near town hall remains a challenge and “none of these options will change that.” Calamari said he was working on “something to give seniors some relief on their meeting days.” At the meeting, council also reviewed a letter from architect Anthony Iovino, of Arcari Iovino, that further explained how the senior center could be used for council chambers, and how estimated project costs were calculated.

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Vote for a better BOE, WWRSD To the editor: n February I attended my first WWRSD Ibecause BOE meeting I needed to see first-hand

what was happening. As we approach the upcoming election, I feel compelled to share my experiences and what Iʼve witnessed over the past seven months: • Parents spoke out to praise the wonderful experiences their children have had because of their amazing teachers, faculty and parent volunteers. • Parents also addressed concerns about their childrenʼs education, safety and mental health. • Students shared deeply personal and sometimes painful experiences. • Teachers defended their profession, integrity, and actions • Residents involved with anti-LGBTQ+ and other recognized hate groups invited their figureheads and a muckracking “journalist” currently under criminal investigation to speak on matters that do not directly affect our district, while exploiting our community in an attempt at relevance. With the exception of Andrea Peck and Jay Garcia, most trustees often refused to look at stakeholders — instead staring down at their

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of education has a job to do and it is to establish a vision that reflects the overall goals of the community, staff, and the board and then act in its best interest. Their job is not to push personal agendas and ideologies by steamrolling policies that are a direct overreach of their responsibility, which is whatʼs been happening. If you want our district out of the headlines and back on track, vote for Loni Azzolina, Heather Perin and Jorge Pertuz (in WT) and Nicole Martin (in WW). Iʼve gotten to know them and theyʼre all the breath of fresh air we need on this Board. Theyʼre kind, levelheaded, authentic parents and stakeholders who want what's best for our district and have the col-

lective experience to course-cor- 17 rect and restore a sense of normalcy that we so desperately need. Nikki Prunella Township of Washington

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Park Ridge: town. Their promises of a community center were never fulfilled and instead they left our taxpayers on the hook for an unnecessary park-

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ing lease from The James that has wasted $75,000 in taxpayer money year after year,” she charged. Falato-Lau has two children with her husband, and both parents have been advocates for children. She currently runs an advisory firm providing parents and students with advocacy and educational support.

She said council Republicans this year crafted a municipal budget with no tax increase, asserting that that was “the first in over a decade.” She said the Republicansʼ careful budget management, “has already paid dividends to the people of Park Ridge, as our mid-year financial review showed our spend-

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Ridgeʼs Finance Committee that provides a watchful eye over borough finances. He told us that the original agreement with The James was to allocate 70 parking spaces, 50 for the borough, and 20 so-called “shared” spaces. However, so far, he said no spaces have yet been allocated to or monetized by the borough. “This year, we were able to provide Park Ridge residents with a 0% municipal tax increase. In contrast our opponents raised taxes every year they were in office,” Fenwick said. “If re-elected, I promise to continue to push for lower taxes for Park Ridge residents, to support our Fire and Police Departments and to continue to fight against overdevelopment,” said Fenwick. Fenwick contacted Pascack Press recently, noting the councilʼs push to hold a non-binding referendum on a proposed $15 million dredging project to dredge Mill Pond, also known as Electric Lake. The pond has needed dredging for decades, and dredging should improve water quality, water retention, and the pondʼs recreational value. “It makes little sense to spend our $1.5 million in grant money in initiating the project if we did not know our residents were actually willing to spend the additional taxpayer money required to complete such a dredging project,” Fenwick told us in late August. Should voters approve the public question on spending $15.5 million, the council must CONTINUED ON PAGE 19

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still act to appropriate funds and approve bonds, which are estimated to raise local taxes by approximately 5 percent, said officials. Incumbent John Cozzi is an attorney and municipal public defender. John and his wife have been residents for over a decade. Cozzi told us that he “has been an outspoken advocate in ensuring the people of Park Ridge continue to receive the high-quality water and electric services that our residents enjoy.” Cozzi added, “If re-elected, I will continue to move forward with the wave of positive change that my fellow councilmen and I have accomplished this year. I will con-

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Democratic Council Candidates Former councilmen Robert C, Metzdorf and Michael Mintz join Misciagna on the Democratic ticket. Metzdorf served on the Council from 2017 through 2022, and served as council president in 2022. “I am confident that my skills, experiences, and deep dedication to the town will help me be an effective leader in navigating the challenges Park Ridge will confront in the coming years,” Metzdorf told us. He added, “I pledge to be fiscally responsible and to put an end

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and member of Public Works, 19 library, Pool Commission and Zoning Board, told us, “Iʼm re-running for council because the direction the current council has taken is putting our town in jeopardy.” He spoke bluntly: “Now, decisions being made on our council are for political gains and not in your best interest.” Mintz said in 25-plus years in town, he coached, raised funds for schools, and volunteered for the community. “In all that time my decisions were what was good for you, the citizens of Park Ridge. Please support me, Keith and Rob in getting us on the right path,” Mintz said.

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Demarest: support them by donating funds to help pay for Laylaʼs treatment and any unexpected expenses.” All of the funds raised by Alana Capogrosso (Laylaʼs aunt), Jennifer Balestra (Laylaʼs mom), and Adam Balestra (Laylaʼs dad) are on behalf of Layla Balestra. The funds will go through GoFundMe, directly to her. Demarest Farms is doing its part. Owner Jason DeGise, who regularly supports worthy causes on the farm site, tells Pascack Press this one hits home. Laylaʼs grandmother and aunt worked for him, and he says the Woodcliff Lake family is special. “Whaever we can do to help Layla we absolutely will,” he said Sept. 28.

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All of funds raised by Alana Capogrosso (Layla's aunt), Jennifer Balestra (Layla's mom), and Adam Balestra (Layla's dad) are on behalf of Layla Balestra. The funds will go through GoFundMe, directly to her. Demarest Farms invites you to a spectacular light show Oct. 12 as part of the effort.

For other visits, make a reservation on Demarest Farmsʼ system, via DemarestFarms.com. This will give you a date and time to arrive at the farm. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead of your reservation time. • You will not be able to purchase tickets at the farm market for Halloween Light Show. • The tour takes 20–25 minutes. Visits to the Halloween Light Show will be limited to your reservation time frame. Following the light show, enjoy all your favorites in the farm market. • When arriving at the farm you will be directed to a designated area to line up your vehicle for the Light Show. • A farm employee will check you in and give you the appropriate instructions. • Tune your radio to 107.9FM.

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Pink Witches Night, a shopping benefit for breast cancer fighters and survivors, returns to downtown on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 5 to 9 p.m. Organizers tell Pascack Press they expect a fun night of shopping, music, giveaways, and specials with a full map of participating businesses. Kim Aluotto, owner of Westwood Candy Company, and Jen Errity, a founder of Spoil Me Pink (spoilmepink.org), say theyʼre excited to work closely with Celebrate Westwoodʼs BIZhub committee to bring the event back to Westwood

for the second year. Aluotto notes that despite torrential rains on the night of the event last year more than 100 registered participants yielded a grand total of more than $1,700 for Spoil Me Pink, a 501(c)3 organization that provides “a day of beauty and pampering to fight-

ers and survivors of breast cancer.” Businesses are encouraged to register their location for the event this year by Oct. 1 and can choose from a menu of pricing options ranging from simple participation by keeping business doors open for late evening hours or offering shopping incentives, to tiers of event sponsorship and swag bag and prize donations. For information on registering your Westwood business, visit tinyurl.com/WestwoodPinkWitches or send a note of interest to Kim at westwoodpinkwitches@gmail.com by Oct. 1.

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Craig Kardell, president of the Hillsdale Hawks Football and Cheer Association, tells Pascack Press the associationʼs annual MetLife event — celebrating the senior Hillsdale and River Vale football teams — went off without a hitch. The fun centered on the New York Jets game Sunday, Sept. 24,

where after tailgating and the pro game, the kids had 20 minutes to scrimmage on the MetLife field to commemorate the 8th gradersʼ last year before entering high school. (The Jets, 4th in the AFC East, likely had less fun, falling to the New England Patriots, 15–10.) The association is composed of Hillsdale, Montvale, and Wood-

cliff Lake, and Hillsdale kids go on to Pascack Valley High School with their former “rivals,” River Vale. Kardell said, “The thing Iʼm proud about the most is that it was a godawful day with the weather, and people stuck it out on both sides, and it worked out really well.” He said, “the senior team is made up of seventh- and eighth-

graders, and this is a way to incentivize the younger kids, first grade all the way up; itʼs something that they look forward to every year. I played on that field...” Kardell thanked the Jetsʼ Stephanie Chaves and association corresponding secretary Kelly DiFabio, “and the parents, who allow the kids to go and they end up

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paying for it.” He said, “Itʼs just a fun day in the program for everybody, from cheerleading to football. We thank River Vale as well, because normally with these little scrimmage game they get put with just anybody, but weʼre able to coordinate it with the Jets where weʼre able to scrimmage one another. Itʼs a lot of fun.”

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place to start and grow our family these last 10 years, Lauren Letiziaʼs tireless work seems to be across it all. From the events of Celebrate Westwood that have helped us build a trusted community in which to raise our three daughters, to bringing the Hub of the Pascack Valley and our local businesses out of the concerning COVID days with vigor, to serving alongside Lauren in preserving our townʼs special history with the Westwood Historic Preservation Commission. However, it is not just the

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countless impactful ways Lauren has dedicated herself and already given back to our community, but more so, her vision for its future that has earned my vote. Lauren has a deep, educated understanding of what has always made Westwood great, and a clear, transparent view on what can guarantee Westwoodʼs success in the future. Sheʼs focused on high-quality services and infrastructure, a vibrant downtown made up of local small businesses, and smart development that is reasonable and responsible. My wife and I respect and trust Lauren – not only in personal matters, but to always provide informed, unbiased views on the civics of our shared community.

She doesnʼt comment off the cuff or step into the controversial tides. She takes heed and provides level-headed perspective and facts. Wouldnʼt we all like more of this on every level of politics? While my wife and I traditionally vote Democrat, we strongly believe in voting for a person over a party. Reelecting Mayor Arroyo and electing Lauren Letizia to Westwoodʼs Council is something the Sandts are doing to ensure Westwood continues on its trajectory of being one of the greatest towns in New Jersey. A town we are so proud to call home. Chris Sandt Westwood

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the past few years with Mayor Ray Arroyo and Lauren Letizia, through the Planning and Zoning boards. Their unwavering commitment to our community has helped our downtown persevere through the pandemic, helping to attract new businesses, keeping traffic flowing and our pedestrians safe. All reasons we are proud to call Westwood home. The main reason though, that my wife and I decided to raise our three young children here, is the strong sense of community. Laurenʼs involvement with the Historic Preservation Commission, Planning and Zoning bards, PTO, Contemporaries of the Womanʼs Club of Westwood, youth sports, Celebrate Westwood and its numerous community and small-business initiatives, have provided her with a strong foundation and understanding of our community and its needs. She has been an advocate for all of its constituents, seeing that Westwood remains the Hub of the Pascack Valley, with a safe and vibrant downtown, and a strong community which is hard to come by these days. While worldwide events in recent years have created divide and separation in many communities, Westwood remains a strong one that continues to come together for the greater good and that is in large part to both Laurenʼs and Mayor Arroyoʼs involvement. The next few years are critical for the future of Westwood. Lauren and Ray have demonstrated through their years of service that they will put party aside and focus on what is best for our community, giving us all reasons to Always Celebrate Westwood. This is why they will both have my vote on Election Day. I urge you to please get out and vote for Lauren and Ray on Nov. 7. The future will be bright and possibilities endless for Westwood. Gary Dragona Westwood 5Editorʼs note: Dragona has served as Westwood Parking Utility (formerly Authority) chair since 2022.

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Moreover, Darrenʼs perspective on giving back to the community is both inspiring and commendable. He sees serving on the Board as a means to create a ripple effect of goodwill and to foster a stronger, more compassionate community. His willingness to invest his time in what many see as a “thankless job” is a testament to his dedication to the well-being of others and to the community of Westwood. Darren is a visionary leader who brings a wealth of experience, a deep understanding of our community, and a genuine desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. I urge the residents of Westwood to support Darren DeLuca for the WWRSD BOE, as he represents the hope for a brighter, more inclusive future for our children and our community. Kirk Feret Westwood

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WT, vote Parrino for WWRSD BOE To the editor:

AM WRITING to express my wholehearted support for James “Rusty” Parrino for one of the Township of Washington seats in the upcoming WWRSD Board of Education election. Over the past year, I have had the privilege of getting to know Rusty during his tenure on the school board and I am convinced that he is the right choice for our community. Rustyʼs life has been a testament to the values of service and doing good. His dedication to education and the well-being of our youth is evident in every facet of his life, from his early days teaching English in Estonia to his coaching roles at Bergen Catholic and his daughterʼs basketball team. Rustyʼs commitment to positively impacting the youth and helping them discover their strengths is truly commendable. His time spent teaching and coaching showcases his passion for education and his genuine interest in the betterment of our youth. In the short span of eight months on the Board of Education, Rusty has already made significant contributions. His roles on the Finance and Facilities Committee, as chair of the Health Curriculum Ad-hoc Committee, and as the Board liaison to the Townshipʼs traffic and safety team, demonstrate his dedication and proactive approach. Itʼs clear that Rusty is not just a placeholder; he is an active and engaged member who is committed

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‘Children should be free of politics and activism’ To the editor: response to the letter “WWRSD BOE needs T change,” Sept. 25. WWRSD BOE HIS IS IN

members didnʼt invite, welcome or applaud any outside extreme social media influencer. The individual is a former Westwood resident with an interest in the ongoing community issue. Nothing makes him an extremist other than the fact that the people who disagree with him refer to him as that. It is slanderous to make the statement and indicative of the current political climate in America today. It is a tried and tested method of those who want power and control to demean their opposition. Perhaps the author would like to rethink this statement. Or even

better, maybe they would like to explain the presence of the man with a beard in a dress at the BOE meetings. By not speculating how we got into the position our community currently is in, glosses over the fact that this all started with covid shutdowns, masks and vaccine mandates. It has now a non-stop back and forth political argument. Seeing as this started in mid-2020, I implore you to remember how things were before this. Do any of you remember these deeply politically charged arguments occurring at each BOE meeting? Or having to worry about our children being sexualized far too young? Or having gay and transgender issues being forced into elementary schools? Or boys playing girls sports and using their bathrooms? I donʼt. I remember when school was about education. I remember math, reading, writing, science and history being at the forefront of education and not social issues that create division and hate. What has changed? I believe it is the involvement of ideological parents pushing their agenda on children. Children should be free of politics and activism. I am sick and tired of the fighting via social media and at the BOE meetings. The time is being wasted on arguing and pontificating over social issues and not education. The BOE meetings needs to be about education and not the feelings of parents or BOE members regarding social issues. I am calling for everyone to research all candidates and find out who they are and what they stand for. The candidate being endorsed in Westwood would not bring normalcy or civility. This candidate is rooted in ideas like white privilege and transgenderism, which anyone is free to express in their personal life. But do we really want this for the next BOE representative from Westwood? The time has come to move away from partisanship and allow children to learn in an environment that is free of social and political issues. Your vote matters because it

affects the children of this community. Put aside politics and do what is right for this community. Vote for the candidate that is going to move forward on the BOE with an education first agenda and not a social justice one. Kevin Widmayer Westwood

Timmerman, Rice in Emerson To the editor: t is with great honor and a strong sense of duty that I seek Ire-election to Emersonʼs Borough

Council. Serving our community during the past three years as part of Mayor DiPaolaʼs administration has been an immense privilege and I am proud to have had a positive impact across all residents of our Family Town. Campaigning for reelection has brought about a mix of reflection and renewed commitment. In the face of a global pandemic and economic challenges, our team propelled Emerson forward, maintaining a steady pace of progress. The social and economic conditions we have endured strengthened my resolve to stand strong for Emerson and bring new and creative ways to address unprecedented challenges to the community. I hold steadfast to the way I continue to approach the role as a council person: make tough calls, foster innovative ideas, and ensure that good value flows from governmental decisions. In line with these pillars, I am dedicated to fostering an environment where all voices are heard and all ideas are encouraged. This year, I humbly ask for your continued support and the CONTINUED ON PAGE 31

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withstood the test of a century, and we also recognize the people at our company and in our communities who had the foresight to build it,” said Alan Weland, vice president and general manager of Veoliaʼs operations in New Jersey. “Without a reliable source of drinking water, North Jersey would not exist as we know it today.” Weland was joined by Bergen County Executive James Tedesco, Oradell Mayor Dianne Didio and other state and local officials, who spoke about the importance of the dam to the region. Rep. Josh Gottheimer, Rep. Bill Pascrell, Hudson County Executive Thomas DeGise and numerous other elected officials honored the company with proclamations commemorating the damʼs 100 years of service. “For a century, the Oradell Reservoir has been the source of clean drinking water for residents and businesses in Bergen and Hudson counties,” Tedesco said. “Unless you have been to the plant and see what happens on a 24hour basis, you donʼt know the amount of effort and the quality of the work thatʼs done by the employees here.” The reservoir that would become essential to the stateʼs

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water supply had humble beginnings. In 1892, the Hackensack Water Company, now known as Veolia, was serving 100,000 people, a population that would quadruple over the next two decades. To meet this demand, the company expanded the reservoir. In the early 1920s, work began on another expansion to satisfy the needs of a postwar population boom. By the time the dam was completed in 1923, the concrete dam was 402 feet long, 23 feet high and could hold 3.5 billion gallons of water. Today, an average of 98 million gallons a day are drawn from the Oradell to meet the needs of North Jersey. The highest single day draw? That record — 163 million gallons — was set on July 22, 2011. “The growth and development of this water company over 150 years made possible the growth and development of Bergen County. Without this water we would not be thriving and growing as we have been.” said Mary Amoroso, Bergen County Commissioner. “I congratulate Veolia on the 100th anniversary of the wonderful dam.” As the community grew, the water system grew,” Weland said. “It is an integral part of our community here, including the economic health of our community as well as public health.” — Via Debra Vial

the entire governing body, I am fully prepared to embrace the challenges that lie ahead and am confident that we can continue to make Emerson the gem of the Pascack Valley. Michael Timmerman Emerson Borough Council president

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DNJ said “This successful program even drew the attention of Bergen County arts organizers who are using it as a template.” It added, “Music on the Avenues contributes to the economic vitality of Westwoodʼs downtown district by encouraging residents and visitors to stroll a little further, linger a little longer, and spend a little more time than they may otherwise in a district that lacked live entertainment in the past.” The organization said, “Residents look forward to the performances and seek outdoor dining options to enjoy listening to their favorite local musicians, an environment Music on the Avenues continues to encourage and foster.” Westwood Councilmember Beth Dell said in DNJʼs statement, “The restaurants and merchants have been so pleased with the very

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positive results, and community members look forward to this summer program that brightens the days and nights of downtown Westwood for all!” In 2022, Celebrate Westwood, chaired by RoseAnn Ciarlante and Lauren Letizia, said it believes in the special community building ability of small artistic performances. “By designating several locations downtown as outdoor performance areas, the Borough of Westwood has enabled Celebrate Westwood to help create a safe, inviting atmosphere in which to enjoy the arts, whether for a few minutes while shopping or longer while enjoying a meal or treat outside.” In 2021, Westwood Avenue was filled with the musical talents of Arts on the Avenues newcomers Talia Green, Kyle Towey, and Steffani Bette along with veterans Gordo, Liv Lion, Theresa Abou-Daoud and jazz guitarist Sam Bernhardt. Veterans Park was the stage for local bands Mama D & The Vexations, The Darla Hood Band and Dark Beauty as well as theatrical and musical productions from local theater groups. Visual artists were invited to show their work downtown as well as participate in art fairs including Lunch on the Lawn and The Bergen County Arts Amble. This year, Celebrate Westwood wrote Pascack Press, “I t is with sincere appreciation that we write this letter of thanks to all those who helped kick off the summer with back-to-back events on June 9 and 10.” “Thank you to the Kyle Towey Band for a high-energy performance on Friday, June 9. It was a perfect evening to enjoy music on the lawn of Veteransʼ Memorial Park with residents and fans while celebrating the volunteers who have partnered Westwood with Celebrate throughout the year to bring events and programming to our community. “The next afternoon as the town bustled with BIZhub Shop the Hub activity, Celebrate Westwood hosted a talented roster of CONTINUED ON PAGE 33

local artists, artisans, photographers, graphic designers, painters, illustrators, and small businesses for the Third Annual Arts in the Park. “Thank you to all the artists and to the students of Westwood Music Studiosʼ rock band program for treating attendees to an eclectic mix of classic rock favorites from the bandstand. “Thank you to committee chair Kyle Lagatol and her team of dedicated volunteers who made this event possible by sharing their time and talents with our community. And thank you to the Borough of Westwood governing body, Westwood Department of Public Works, and Westwood Recreation Department for their maintenance and lending of our iconic public park.”

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be conducted in phases, along with specific costs for each phase. Officials had asked the borough engineer to discuss how long it would take to map the storm drainage system and to analyze the data and recommend what could be done to help reduce flooding events. Atkinson said during the Sept. 8 storm, which also featured hail in the Pascack Valley, during a 20-minute period approximately 1.7 inches of rain fell in 20 minutes. “Thatʼs a significant amount of water in such a short time period that really the boroughʼs infrastructure just canʼt handle that,” Atkinson said.

He said most local stormwater systems can handle “25-year storms”— severe storms generally occurring once every 25 years — but that recent storms have often exceeded what most drainage systems were sized to handle. He estimated that it could cost up to $2.5 million to upgrade the stormwater system in one specific flooding trouble spot near Vivian Avenue and Dorchester Road. Atkinson said that an expenditure to upgrade that systemʼs stormwater capacity would help there but not any other area or flood situation in town. “Everybody [in the Pascack Valley] is up against the same issue, funds are limited and costs

are extremely expensive to do,” said Atkinson. He said the borough could spend “millions and millions of dollars” to upgrade stormwater systems and still see flooding. Officials pointed out several other areas with repeat flooding concerns, and ongoing local and county efforts to address them. DiPaola wondered whether dredging streams would help the

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Richard ‘Dick’ BOZZONE

Richard “Dick” Bozzone, born on Feb. 24, 1932 in Jersey City to Gertrude Carpenter and Stephen Bozzone, died Sept. 27, 2023. Dick was a security policeman in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He was blessed with two children, three grandchildren, and his loving wife, Dorothy “Dot” (Aste) — who is a longtime force on Post 153ʼs Auxiliary Unit. He and Dot were married 43 years. They moved to Park Ridge in 1986. Dick was a member of the American Legion for more than 65 years. He transferred his membership from Quinn Post–Jersey City to Cpl. Jedh C. Barker American Legion Post #153. The oldest member chronologically, he served as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd vice commander for the post before becoming commander. He also served as a trustee, county delegate, and historian. Dick was Centennial Chairman when the post celebrated its 100-year anniversary in 2019. He was grand marshal of the Memorial Day Parade twice and chairman of the Tri-Boro Memorial Day Parade for 12 years. If not as chairman, Dick always participated in the Legion services for Patriot Day, Veterans Day, and Memorial Day. He was an honorary member of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association, a member of the Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Fatima Council #4486, Catholic War Veterans, and the Park Ridge Golden Age Club. He arranged a local ceremony, on behalf of the Legion, covered by national news networks, for President Richard Nixon when he passed away. Dick received the Park Ridge Community Service commendation twice. In 2022 he was honored in Park Ridge with a proclamation and day in his name; he was the Park Ridge Police Departmentʼs first veteran honored in its quarterly veteran spotlight program. He had several careers as a teacher, worked in municipal government, and was a reporter for the Jersey Journal and Hud-

son Dispatch, and was a reliable contributor to Pascack Press, where he is remembered as an allaround old-school newspaperman. Dickʼs love of journalism remained with him as he has had well over 150 bylined stories and photos in various publications and contributed to a recent article published in Park Ridge Living featuring Cpl. Jedh C. Barker American Legion Post #153. Dick had many notable accomplishments. He was appointed by both Gov. Brendan Byrne and Gov. Thomas Kean and served for eight years as a commissioner of the New Jersey State Battleship Museum Commission, until it was retired in Camden. For 12 years he worked with various chambers of commerce. In 1966 he led the campaign to establish a community college in Hudson County. In 1971 he organized the first citizens against narcotics, SCAN–Secaucus Citizens Against Narcotics. Dick will be greatly missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers the family requests that any donations in his name be forwarded to St. Josephʼs School for the Blind, 761 Summit Ave., Jersey City, or to Cpl. Jedh C Barker American Legion Post 153, 118 Ridge Ave., Park Ridge. A funeral Mass for Dick is set for Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Park Ridge, with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery in the Borough of North Arlington. Thereʼs a luncheon at Cpl. Jedh C Barker American Legion Post 153 afterward.

Christine A. WIRTH

Christine A. Wirth, 78, passed Sept. 23, 2023. A graduate of Montvale schools and Albertus Magnus High School, she worked for over 40 years for Allyn & Bacon/Pear-

son Publishers. She was predeceased by her parents Hans and Anna, her brother John and his wife Cheryl. Survived by her sister Virginia Michaels (Phil), her nieces Suzanne Wirth, Kathleen Reiner, and Pamela Poliandro (Sal), and grand nephews and nieces Nik, Anna, Sal, Alexis, John, and Priscella. Chris was a resident for nine years at Sunrise Assisted Living, and the family would like to thank them for the wonderful help and care she received, as well as Valley Hospital Hospice over the past few months. Visitation at Robert Spearing Funeral Home Inc., 155 Kinderkamack Road, Park Ridge, rsfhi.com, on Thursday, Oct. 5. from 9 to 10:30 a.m. is followed by a graveside service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Spina Bifida Association (SBAA.org) or a charity of oneʼs choice would be appreciated.

Anne H. WARNER

Anne Warner, 88, of Montvale, passed away peacefully on Sept. 13, 2023. She leaves behind her devoted husband Jack, their four children and five grandchildren, and her identical twin sister, Barbara, and her family—all forever grateful for Anneʼs presence in their lives. The daughter of Ray and Dorothy Duffy Hibbard, Anne was born in Amsterdam, N.Y. The family soon moved to New York City, where Anne attended St. Josephʼs School in the Yorkville section of Manhattan. In 1949, the family moved to Teaneck, with Anne graduating from Teaneck High School in 1953. She then attended Fairleigh-Dickinson University, receiving her

associate degree in 1955, before entering the Columbia Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing in Manhattan. There, in 1958, she received her R.N. and her bachelor of science degree from Columbia University. While in nursing school, she met her future husband, Jack Warner, and in 1959 they were married, and moved to New Jersey—first living in Palisades before moving to Washington Township and then to Ridgewood, where they raised their growing family. In 2014, they moved to 312 Four Seasons Lane in Montvale, and for more than 40-years they divided their time between their homes in New Jersey and Nantucket Island, Mass. A petite woman, Anne charmed all who knew her for her warmth, kindness, modesty and sweet smile. She studied ballet well into her mid-50s, was a Eucharistic Minister at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Ridgewood, and was an active member of the College Club of Northern New Jersey. Anne is survived by her husband of 64 years, Jack (John E.) Warner, her son Matthew J. Warner of Wayne; her daughter Barbara Warner Sheridan of Midland Park; her son Peter J. Warner of Rutherford; and her son Christopher J. Warner of Washington, D.C.; a sonin-law Patrick M. Sheridan, and her five grandchildren: Patrick Sheridan Jr., Brendan Sheridan, Claire Sheridan, Xavier Warner, and Raquel (Roxy) Warner—all of New Jersey. She is also survived by her twin sister, Barbara Hibbard Sullivan and her husband, Bill; their four children and five grandchildren, all of California. Funeral services were held on Sept. 20 at St. Gabriel the Archangel Church in Saddle River. Friends were received the day prior at the Feeney Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Interment was in a private family ceremony at Maryrest Cemetery in Mahwah.

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