MORRIS COUNTY — Parsippany’s Ann Grossi was sworn into office for Morris County Clerk serving her second term, at the Annual Freeholders Reorganization meeting on Friday, January 4.
Morris County Surrogate John Pecoraro read the oath of office, while her daughter Nicole held the bible and her husband Nick looked on.
Grossi, a former Parsippany councilwoman and Morris County freeholder, won the primary and general elections in 2013 and took office in 2014, succeeding long-time County Clerk Joan Bramhall who retired in 2013.
Grossi said accomplishments include: an upgrade to the office’s website, notary and passport programs taken on the road, and Operation Giveback which gives veterans discounts from participating shops and eateries.
HANOVER — Central Jersey Cat Fanciers continues today with its 17th Annual cat show at the Hanover Marriott, 1401 Route 10 East. Show remains open until 4:00 p.m. Price for admission is $10.00 adults, $7.00 seniors, $7.00 children (4-12) and children under four for free.
An expected 200 cats will be present and competing at this show. Judging will take place in 7 different rings. This will be an opportunity to see many different breeds of cats including Bengals, Sphynx, Maine Coons, Siamese, Oriental Shorthairs, Ragdolls, Munchkins, Persians, Toygers, Savannahs, Siberians, and many more breeds. There is also a special category for household pets and kittens, which need not be purebreds. Final awards will be presented in each category. People will be bringing their cats to compete from all over the country as well as several people from outside the United States.
In addition to the cats and kittens, there will be many vendors selling gift items for you and your pet, scratching posts, magazines, jewelry, toys as well as unusual items. There will also be food available at the hotel.
Rescue group, Angel Paws, was invited to attend the show. They will be bringing homeless pets for adoption.
The telephone number for information about the show is (570) 807-0406. You can also send email requests to nycsa@aol.com.
You can obtain detailed directions to the Marriott by calling (973) 538-8811.
MADISON — The Madison Health Department reminds all residents to renew their dog / cat pet licenses by January 31.
You must submit proof that your dog(s) has a current rabies vaccination, which must be valid until at least October 31, 2019. Cats should have vaccination prior to licensing.
The owners of all dogs seven months of age or older are required to annually apply to the licensing clerk of the municipality in which he or she resides for a dog license. In order for the license to be issued, the owner must present proof that a licensed veterinarian has vaccinated the dog against rabies and that the duration of immunity from that vaccination extends through at least (10) ten months of the (12) twelve month licensing period. An exemption to the rabies inoculation requirement shall be granted if the owner presents written certification from a licensed veterinarian that the dog cannot be vaccinated due to a medical condition or course of therapy.
Fees for each animal registered are $15.00 if spayed/neutered and $18.00 non-spayed/neutered.
A $10.00 late fee will be applied after February 1, 2019. Cash or checks payable to: Borough of Madison.
MADISON — Grace Counseling Center is offering a discussion free to the community titled “Food and You” on Thursday, January 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Presented by Joanne S. Miller, M.Div., the discussion will center on exploring some of the issues behind emotional eating as well as helpful guidelines for healthy eating.
Is how much and what we eat simply a matter of willpower, or are there other factors that influence our eating? Please RSVP by calling (973) 822-0707, space is limited.
The Grace Counseling Center is located at 16 Madison Avenue.
BOONTON — Boonton Arts is inviting residents to become a part of an exciting public art project. Dog Days of Summer is a unique opportunity for artists to use their talents for the benefit of the community, animals in need, and the arts. Sponsors supply the dog or cat and you provide the idea, transforming a blank dog or cat form into a work of art. The finished sculptures will grace the town of Boonton from May through September 2019 and will be available for adoption at Boonton Arts’ Etsy store.
This call to artists is open to artists of any level. Allapproved submissions will be available for sponsorship at the Dog Days of Summer Sponsorship Reception taking place February 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Speakeasy Art Gallery.
Following the sponsorship reception, the Dog Days of Summer committee then narrow down the submissions that will we will continue to seek sponsorship for on Etsy. Submitting a design for this project does not guarantee that you will get to participate in making a 3D sculpture, your design must be sponsored first. Boonton Arts will do our best to get your design sponsored, but seeking sponsorship on your own is certainly encouraged.
Click here to register and upload your design(s) and paperwork when ready. Completed original designs can also be mailed to Boonton Arts (mail flat, do not fold), 816 Main Street Boonton, NJ 07005 but theonline registration formmust still be completed. Registrations and designsmust be received by February 9, 2019.
Artists also have the opportunity to create a dog or cat from scratch, rather than using a blank fiberglass dog or cat. The submission process for the DIY dogs or cats would be the same as for the fiberglass dogs or cats. A concept drawing or photos of the finished dog or cat and a proposal would need approval from Boonton Arts. DIY design proposals and examples are due no later than February 9, 2019. DIY Artists need to also fill our the artist and copyright agreements in the 2019 Dog Days of Summer Adult Artist Packet or 2019 Dog Days of Summer Student Artist Packet then upload them along with your designs to theonline registration form.
The dogs and cats can be sponsored beginning at our sponsorship reception and showcase taking place February 6 at Speakeasy Art Gallery and online at Boonton Arts’ Etsy store. Once sponsored, the artists who created the design will be contacted and pick up their blank dog or cat to begin work. The completed dogs and cats must be dropped off at Speakeasy Art Gallery Thursdays through Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., or by appointment no later than April 13, 2019.
Outdoor sculptures require time to be clear-coated and photographed, therefore finished sculptures must be dropped off by the deadline.
When the dogs and cats are completed and unveiled on May 3, they will attract viewers from all over the county and beyond. For the duration of the summer, the dogs and cats are available at Boonton Art’s Etsy store for a donation benefiting the NorthStar Pet Rescue, Boonton Arts, local schools and artists. Any sculptures that are not purchased by the end of the summer are then auctioned at the Boonton Arts Dog Days of Summer Art Auction & Closing Reception in October. One-third of the donation for adopted dogs will be paid to the artist.
In the case of student designs, one-third of the donation for adopted dogs will go to the school that they attend.
Timeline of Events
February 9, 2019 – Artist Concept Drawing and Registration Due February 13, 2019 – Sponsor Party & Artist’s Reception February 15, 2019 – Finalists Announced and Distribution of Blank Forms April 13,2019 – Last Day for Dog/Cat Drop Off May 3, 2019 – Dog Days of Summer 2019 Opening Reception
EAST HANOVER — East Hanover Sgt. Michael Filippone and Sean Sullivan was officially sworn in to the East Hanover Board of Education, on Wednesday, January 2 at the annual reorganization meeting
Filippone is a lifelong resident of East Hanover and am a product of the East Hanover School system. He has two young children starting the school system, which he believes to be one of the best. East Hanover is a caring community that is centered around the schools and the safety of children. He currently serves the community as a Sergeant with the East Hanover Police Department.
He received a total of 1778 votes in the November 6, 2018 election for a three year term.
Board of Education President Sean Sullivan
Sean Sullivan served on the board for about fifteen years and as its President for the last twelve years. The collaborative group doesn’t need a leader, per se, but there is the requirement to act as the face of the board, so that experience has helped. Sullivan is a small business owner. Sullivan was elected to serve another three year term.
Sullivan is a 20-year resident of East Hanover with his wife, Dana, and two grown children who attended the East Hanover School system. He owns a heating and ventilation company.
He received a total of 1757 votes in the November 6, 2018 election for a three year term.
For Board of Education
For Three-Year Term
At Polls
Absentee
Total
Sean Sullivan
1528
229
1757
Michael Filippone
1561
217
1778
The Board of Education of East Hanover Township has approved the following dates for Regular Public Meetings. The meetings are held at the East Hanover Middle School auditorium, 477 Ridgedale Avenue, at 6:30 p.m. according to the following schedule:
January 28, 2019
February 11, 2019
March 11, 2019
April 29, 2019
May 13, 2019
June 10, 2019
July 15, 2019 (BOE Conference Room)
August 26, 2019 (BOE Conference Room)
September 9, 2019
October 15, 2019
November 18, 2019
December 9, 2019
EAST HANOVER — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of Investigations Stephen F. Wilson, Jr. and Chief Christopher F. Cannizzo of the East Hanover Police Department confirm the investigation of a fire occurring at 12 Kimble Place, East Hanover, on Friday, January 4.
At approximately 7:57 p.m., police and fire officials were dispatched to 12 Kimble Place on a report of a residential fire. Responders located an active fire to a single-family dwelling.
The investigation has revealed that the origin of the fire was the living room area of the residence. Robert Dundermen, 78, and Cynthia Dundermen, 75, residents of the dwelling, expired during the course of the fire. The Morris County Medical Examiner’s Office has determined the manners of death to be accidental.
At this time, the cause of the fire does not appear to be suspicious in nature and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office does not anticipate any criminal charges being filed.
Authorities identify victims of East Hanover fire
Prosecutor Knapp would like to thank the East Hanover Police Department, the East Hanover Fire Department, the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Fire/Environmental Unit, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit, and all other mutual aid providers for their efforts in this matter.
BOONTON TOWNSHIP — Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco said it’s a new year for everyone except NJ Transit commuters who continue to be plagued by the same old cancellations and crowded trains that strain working families, slow our economy and hobble commuters.
NJ.com reported today train cancellations, delays and standing room only at Penn Station for Wednesday evening commute. A NJ Transit spokesperson refused to say exactly how many trains were cancelled.
“Here we are just three days into the new year and commuters are just as frustrated as they were last summer. New season, same problems. For the sake of commuters let’s hope their ‘Summer of Hell’ won’t be followed by a ‘Winter of Hell,’” said Bucco.
Prior to its committee meeting in December, members held a private conference call with NJ Transit’s commissioner to discuss the agency’s ongoing problems. Bucco said, “I am again asking the Assembly Transportation Committee chairman to convene a public hearing that gets to the bottom of the problem. The public has a right to know why we continue to have cancellations and delays.”
Bucco also noted that South Jersey commuters are still waiting for service to resume on the Atlantic City line. Although full service was scheduled to start in early this year, a definitive date hasn’t been set.
“People need to be able to rely on the state’s mass transit system to get between work and home – on time – including working parents trying to make a parent-teacher conference, sporting activity, or just be there for dinner,” concluded Bucco. “Overall poor service is becoming the norm and that is unacceptable. Riders deserve answers and action yesterday.”
John Jansen, Esq. administers the Oath to Township Committeewoman Michele Rankin Owen Rankin holds the Bible
BOONTON TOWNSHIP — Boonton Township conducted its annual Reorganization meeting on Wednesday, January 2. The Township Committee building was packed to standing room only capacity with members of the community and with Fire Department members from Boonton Township, Boonton Town, and Mountain Lakes.
The Township Governing Body unanimously selected Committeewoman Michele Rankin to serve as its Chairperson for 2019. Rankin, is entering her ninth year on the Township Committee, and has previously served as Committee Chairperson. This fall, she ran unopposed and was re-elected to the Township Committee. During her speech, Rankin thanked her colleagues on the Township Committee, including outgoing Committee Chairperson Tom Donadio, as well as her family and all of the municipal employees and volunteers.
The Township Committee features Rankin, Donadio, Brian Honan, Paul Allieri, and William Klingener. All five Committee members are Republicans.
The Township Committee approved the appointment of 2019 Fire Department Officials as following:
Chief: Kyle Spicer
Deputy Chief: Bill Neely
Captain: Bill Charlton
Captain: Chris Glander
Lieutenant: Mike Como Jr.
Lieutenant: Don Covart
John Jansen, Esq. administers the Oath to Fire Chief Kyle Spicer. Dominique Spicer holds the Bible
Spicer, 28, is believed to be the youngest fire Chief in Township history. He has been a member of the all-volunteer department since he was a junior firefighter, and served as Deputy Chief in 2018. In front of dozens of friends and family members, Spicer gave an heartfelt speech about how honored he was to serve as Fire Chief in his hometown.
Boonton Township Fire Department Officers take the OathKyle Spicer accepts position as Chief, Boonton Township Fire Department Chief and delivers a speech to dozens of friends, family members and Township residents
Assemblyman Anthony Bucco administers the Oath to newly elected Alderman Michael Cardillo
BOONTON — On New Year’s Day, the Town of Boonton held its annual reorganization meeting. Senator Anthony Bucco, Assemblyman Anthony Bucco, Freeholder Director Doug Cabana, Freeholder Tom Mastrangelo, Freeholder Heather Darling, and Senator Dick Codey joined dozens of Town residents, Fire Department members and Police Department members.
Fire Department Officers take the Oath of Office
In his remarks, Mayor Matt DiLauri, who was elected in 2015, thanked the community and the Board of Aldermen for their support, but announced that he would not seek re-election for a second term in 2019.
Town Clerk Cynthia Oravits administers the Oath to Alderman Cyril Wekilsky.
The Town of Boonton is designated as a Town Form of Government. The governing body is a nine member board that includes the Mayor and eight Aldermen (two per ward). The Mayor serves a four-year term and is elected by residents from all four wards. Aldermen serve a two-year term and are elected by the residents of their specific ward. Republicans gained a seat on the Board of Aldermen in this fall’s Election. The Board now features four Republicans and four Democrats.
In 2018, newcomers Joseph Fenske (D, Ward 3), and Michael Cardillo (R, Ward 4), were elected to their first terms. Cyril Wekilsky (R, Ward 1) and Bob Tullock (D, Ward 2) won Re-Election. Assemblyman Anthony Bucco, Jr. administered the Oath to Michael Cardillo. Senator Dick Codey administered the Oath to Bob Tullock. Eddie Robillard begins his second year as Fire Chief and provided remarks about how thankful he was for the opportunity to serve his hometown.
The 2019 Fire Department Officers are as follows:
Chief: Edward Robillard
Deputy Chief: David Kaplan
Battalion Chief: Eric Joinson Maxfield Hook & Ladder Co. #1
Captain: Anthony Cosentino
Lieutenant: Bob Destefano Salvage & Rescue Co. 1
Captain: Anthony Bucco
Lieutenant: David Francisco Maxfield Hose & Engine Co. 1
Captain: Bruce Middleton
Lieutenant: Tyler Wendt Harmony Hose & Engine Co. 2
Captain: John Cosentino
Lieutenant: Jim Dodd South Boonton Hose & Engine Co. 3
Captain: Craig Drake
Lieutenant: Richard Koba
Fire Chief Ed Robillard provides remarks to his community
