2011 Winter Newsletter

2011
Issue
1
Old Tappan News
Mayor’s Message
H
istorically, the New Year ushers in an extraordinary amount of enthusiasm and optimism for what lies ahead.
As we have seen this past year, we will continue to face significant challenges over the next twelve months.
But they will be overshadowed by even greater opportunities. This administration is committed to providing our
Borough with first class services while continuing to be fiscally prudent. Towards this end, it is imperative that the
Police Department, Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Corps members along with the Department of Public Works have
the necessary resources to continue providing best in class services to our residents. I would like to now bring you
up to date on some of the things that we have already started working on.
The Pascack Valley Mayors Association has renewed its commitment to reopen the former Pascack Valley Hospital.
The members of the Association sent a letter to Dr. Poonam Alaigh, Commissioner, Department of Health and Senior Services asking the Commissioner to approve the Hackensack University Medical Center application for the hospital. The Mayor’s Association is unanimously committed to the opening of this critical facility as soon as possible. I have committed my time
and effort to making this the top priority for Old Tappan residents in 2011.
The Pascack Valley Mayor’s Association continues to explore shared services and has empowered the Pascack Valley Borough Administrators to meet monthly to implement opportunities and evaluate initiatives to continue to control or reduce costs while maintaining top tier
services. The Borough also belongs to the Northern Valley Mayor’s Association. Through these two associations, the Borough of Old Tappan
is able to collaborate with over twenty neighboring communities. One very recent development is that we are working with Harrington Park to
merge their construction code department with ours which will provide for improved economies of scale for both municipalities.
Furthermore, we are currently reviewing the entire budget for 2011, pouring over each line while justifying every expense, and reviewing
every request. Old Tappan still boasts one of the lowest tax rates in Bergen County. The Borough uses only fifteen cents on the dollar for all
the services you receive, the County takes thirteen cents per dollar and the schools, seventy two cents. More about the budget will appear in
our next newsletter.
Your Borough Hall recently received an upgrade to its lights, installing energy efficient lights, ballasts and emergency lighting. Additionally,
two new HVAC units will be installed in the next several weeks. The installation is being covered through the NJ Clean Energy Program with
funds from Clean Energy New Jersey. The Borough is currently applying for additional money for further upgrades. No local tax monies are
committed to these upgrades and they will reduce energy costs for the Borough, today and in the future. The solar installation is also continuing. You can see the panels on the Firehouse and soon on Borough hall itself. Phase two will start within two months on the DPW buildings. The solar project is funded through grants and renewable energy credits (SRECs). When complete, it is anticipated that the system will
pay for itself and return a positive cash flow to the Borough of Old Tappan and its residents. While many towns are just now looking at solar
grants and initiatives, these funds were applied for three years ago, placing Old Tappan at the forefront of energy conservation in the Valley.
The entire council continues to monitor COAH and we are quite concerned about the direction the Assembly and Senate are taking. The
Council will be asking the Governor to veto S1, which is new legislation we feel will unfairly burden well run communities and dramatically
alter the way communities will develop in the future. We are opposed to S1 as it is currently written.
As you read this newsletter, you can see that it is being delivered with your weekly newspaper. This is a collaborative effort on the part of the
Borough and a new and innovative program developed by The Suburbanite. We will be able to reduce costs while planning to send four newsletters each year. We hope you find this convenient and informative.
I want to thank the DPW, Police
and all of our personnel for their
extraordinary work thus far this Congratulations to Victor Cioce and Matthew Nalbandian on their re-election...
year. Three major snowstorms
(and unfortunately more coming), everyone is doing their
share and more as we continue
to strive to bring our residents
more, while spending less. I also
want to thank the residents of
Old Tappan. We are a very
unique community. I am struck
daily by the cooperation, congeniality and spirit of all our residents. Together, we will continue
to navigate thru these most diffiMayor Victor M. Polce administering Oath of
Mayor Victor M. Polce administering Oath of
Office to Councilman Victor Cioce
Office to Councilman Matthew Nalbandian
cult times, successfully.
Old Tappan News
Important Information
For the 2011 Elections
from the Office of
the Borough Clerk
2011 Issue 1
PRIMARY ELECTION: Tuesday, June 7th – 6am - 8pm
Last day to register to vote in the Primary Election is Tuesday,
May 17th. The Municipal Clerk’s office will remain open on Tuesday, May 17th until 9pm
GENERAL ELECTION: Tuesday, November 1st – 6:am - 8pm
Last day to register to vote in the General Election is Tuesday,
October 11th. Municipal Clerk’s office will remain open on Tuesday, Oct. 11th until 9 pm
The Bergen County Board of Elections issues voter Registration Cards.
If you are going to be out of town on Election Day, you may pick up an absentee ballot application at the Borough Clerk’s
Office. The County Clerk must receive applications by mail no later than 7 days prior to Election Day. After the 7 day
deadline all applications must be hand delivered to the County Clerk.
DISTRICTS AND POLLING PLACES: Watch for your Sample Ballot, which indicates your District and Polling Place in the
left hand corner. Contact the Municipal Clerks office at 201-664-1849 ext. 14 if you have any questions.
POLLING PLACE FOR DISTRICTS 1, 2, & 3: T. Baldwin Demarest School, School Street/Herrick Drive
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS TO REMEMBER...
Sewer User fee is due 3/1/11. There is a 10 day
grace period until 3/10/11.
MT. AIRY CASINO BUS TRIP February 23. More info on
page 7.
Property Taxes are due 5/1/11. There is a 10 day
grace period until 5/10/11.
PIZZA BINGO at the Old Tappan Fire House, Monday, March
7, 2011 at noon
ZUMBA at the Old Tappan Fire House, Saturday, March
19, 2011 at 10:30am—everyone welcome
WESTCHESTER DINNERTHEATER in Elmsford NY March 24.
Tickets are $61 and includes lunch and the matinee performance of ―Singing in the Rain‖. More info on pg 7.
PIZZA BINGO at the Old Tappan Fire House, Monday, April
4, 2011 at noon
ZUMBA at the Old Tappan Fire House, Saturday, April 16,
2010 at 10:30am—everyone welcome
LI GRECI’S STAATEN at Staten Island, NY, April 26. More
info on page 7.
MANHATTAN BY MOTORCOACH TOUR, May 24. More
info on page 7.
The Tax Collector’s office accepts payment of Sewer User fees and
the annual installment of your Special Assessment either by credit or
debit card (VISA & Mastercard) in person at the Tax Collector’s office.
Local Annual Deductions on Property Taxes:
Senior Citizens: Annual property tax deduction of $250 for homeowner’s age 65 or older or disabled who meet certain income and
residency requirements.
Veteran Deduction: Annual property tax deduction of $250 for
homeowners who are qualified war veterans and their surviving
spouses.
Please inquire at the tax office about these property tax deductions.
State Administered Annual Deductions on Property Taxes:
Homestead Benefit (Rebate) Applications to be mailed 9/18/10 **
Property Tax Reimbursement (Senior Freeze) Filing deadline extended to 11/1/10
Please go online to review programs and frequently asked questions.
The NJ Division of Taxation’s website is http://www.state.nj.us/
treasury/taxation.
If you don’t have access to a computer you may call the following
telephone numbers:
Homestead Benefit
1-888-238-1233
Property Tax Reimbursement 1-800-882-6597
** Homestead Benefit checks will no longer be mailed to you, but
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE, May 30.
will appear as a credit on your May 2011 tax bill. A new tax bill for
the May 2011 quarter will be sent to you in April 2011.
Just a reminder to all Property Owners that Old Tappan General Code Article 3 section 100-14 requires Certificate of Occupancy upon change of ownership or tenancy. (Commercial or Residential). Applications are available on-line or at Borough
Hall. This requirement ensures Building, Zoning and Fire Prevention compliance.
Visit www. Oldtappan.net for up-to-date town information
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Department of Public Works…
The DPW will begin chipping branches that residents
have trimmed from their trees on April 13th (if you
hire someone to do trimming they are responsible to
dispose of the debris). We will do the west side of
town (Central Ave. to River Vale) On the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, and the
east side of town (Central Ave. to the state line including Central) on
the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, weather permitting.
You must call 201-664-4438 to advise the DPW that you have put
branches out. Please stack branches at the curb with the cut ends facing out, maximum 4 inch diameter, do not place them in the street and
do not block the sidewalk. If you have a sidewalk in front of your house
you may place them behind the sidewalk.
The department will begin accepting orders for wood
mulch and leaf compost on April 15th (forms available at
the Borough Hall) and deliveries will begin after May 1 st.
Please be reminded that this is a courtesy service and
other priorities take precedence.
The recycling center is opened Monday thru Friday, 7:00 am until
3:00 pm, and from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm on Saturdays (except
holidays). Please bring only those items designated for recycling and
place them in the appropriate designated container, please do not
place plastic bags in with your items. Please use the curbside pickup
whenever possible to prevent an overflow situation at the DPW yard.
We do not accept garbage, construction debris, paint or chemicals ECT.
Violators will be prosecuted. If you have any questions as to what is
acceptable or where you may dispose of items, please refer to your
recycling bulletin or call 201- 664-4438.
Environmental Update...
2011 Issue 1
Tire Recycling, Computers
And Document Shredding Program
Homeowners wishing to dispose of tires, computer
and Confidential Document Shredding are invited to
bring these materials to the following locations:
Bergen county Community Services Building
327 East Ridgewood Ave, Paramus
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Bergen County Campgaw Mountain Reservation
200 Campgaw Road, Mahwah
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Collection Hours: 9am-2pm (rain or shine)
Household Hazardous Waste Events
Household hazardous waste will be accepted at the
locations listed below. To determine accepted materials
to BCUA.org. Look under Solid Waste recycling and
than Household Hazardous Waste for a list of items.
Bergen Community College
400 Paramus Road, Paramus
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Bergen County Utilities Authority
Foot of Empire Boulevard, Moonachie
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Solar Panels Added to Buildings within the Borough
Bergen County Campgaw Mountain Reservation
The Old Tappan Environmental Commission applauds the
200 Campgaw Road, Mahwah
Mayor & Council for their environmental and financial foreSaturday, May 14, 2011
sight with the recent installation of solar panels on four
Saturday, September 10, 2011
buildings within the borough; the Police Station, Fire House, DPW and
Saturday, November 5, 2011
the Borough Hall. Our Energy Consultant advises that once these panels
become ―energized‖ later this year, they will produce enough electricity
Collection Hours 9am-3pm (rain or shine )
to power all four buildings and provide surplus electricity that the Borough intends to sell back to PSE&G. The panels are expected to result
For more information click on to the BCUA web site
in a reduction in electrical usage of up to 40% over current consumption
or look at the hazardous waste flyer at http://
rates. Funds for the solar panels and electrical upgrades were provided
www.bcua.org/files/2010%20flyer.pdf
through grants from NJ Core and the federal government.
The Old Tappan DPW yard will accept and recycle unThese enhancements are important for Old Tappan and the environwanted electronics which contain significant amount of
ment. For more information about our solar initiative, please contact Pat
toxic and precious metals. Look for the storage box in
O’Brien at Borough Hall.
the rear of the yard.
Dedication Ceremony for Bonnabel Park
The Environmental Commission announces plans for a springtime dedication ceremony for the borough’s newest park. Bonnabel Park, located along the Hackensack River at Lachmund’s bend on Old Tappan Road, is an environmentally sensitive, riverfront preserve. The Environmental Commission extends its thanks to all the hard-working Bonnabel Park Committee volunteers
who helped to make this park a reality for residents today and for future generations. Look for details on the dedication in the
next Newsletter and on community bulletin boards.
―Spruce up Old Tappan‖
Throughout the spring, the Environmental Commission and the DPW will collaborate on plans to spruce-up the stream corridors
that flow through town-owned property. Volunteers will be needed. Dates and details to follow shortly.
The Old Tappan Environmental Commission meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Borough Hall,
7:30pm. Members of the public are welcome.
Visit www. Oldtappan.net for up-to-date town information
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THE OLD TAPPAN
POLICE DEPARTMENT…
would like
to wish everyone a Happy and Healthy
New Year for 2011. As you well know,
winter weather is upon us and we have
already experienced a variety of snow
storms. Our resident’s assistance regarding snow removal is very much appreciated. Our
Police, Fire and Ambulance personnel need swift and
safe access to homes and properties in the event of an
emergency. Clearing driveways and sidewalks of snow,
ice and other debris enhance our ability to help residents in their time of need. Also, for motorist safety
snow and ice must be removed from all vehicles before
travelling upon the roadways. NJ Motor Vehicle Traffic
Regulation 39:4-77.1 provides for penalties between
$200 and $1500 for violation of this statute. Residents
are also asked to refrain from placing snow and ice in
the roadway after the roadway has been cleared.
The OTPD would like to remind all motorists to
use extra caution in and around the area of our schools
particularly during the time of opening, and the dismissal of students. Please be aware of the presence of
our School Crossing Guards and their very important
role for keeping the students safe. These dedicated
individuals take their responsibilities very seriously and
request motorists take time and patience in assisting
them keeping students safe.
Residents are requested to contact the Old
Tappan Police Department as soon as reasonably possible when observing suspicious persons or activity. The
OTPD would rather check a report of this type of activity
immediately and find out it was nothing, than receive
the report a day or two later and find it was indeed very
important.
The Old Tappan Police Department encourages
our residents to be alert with regard to the safety to our
community, and appreciates everyone’s assistance in
helping us, help you!
An Important Message from your
Volunteer Fire Department
Be A Friend to Firefighters and Fellow Residents
Please clear snow around fire hydrants
OLD TAPPAN VOLUNTEER FIRST AID CORP.
WANTED: Unpaid, part time emergency medical personnel
Requirements: need to be calm and intelligent
If you have time during the day and would like working in an urgent
care situation, we have something to do that will challenge you. We'll
train you to be an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and to repay
us all you need to do is use your skills as a volunteer in the Old Tappan First Aide Corps riding in our towns modern technologically
equipped ambulances. In some instances you'll deal with urgent
medical situations but will work with other volunteer EMT's, the police, and firefighters saving lives. There is no pay but the internal
satisfaction is unlimited. As of now, the hours are open but our
greatest need is during the daytime.
WANTED: Unpaid Drivers needed
Requirements: License
We are looking for drivers who have a clean license, are able to be
calm and safe under pressure and be willing to take a 6 hour course
(paid for by us) in order to drive our emergency vehicle/
ambulance. While our greatest need is during the daytime hours,
there are spots open on at least two evenings and nights.
For more information on either of these unpaid but highly satisfying
positions, please contact the Old Tappan
First Aid Corps at 201-666-9030
Medical equipment available
The OT First Aid Corps has in home
medical equipment available for
township residents. use.
Crutches, wheelchairs, oxygen
stands, commodes, and numerous
other medical items that could be borrowed
instead of purchased or rented. For quick action, contact the OT
town hall and they'll redirect your request to us asap. We will also
accept this same equipment for donation if it is in good condition,
again contact the borough hall.
Wheel Chairs Needed
Newly appointed Chief Shine congratulates Councilman John
Kramer on his appointment by the Mayor & Council as the
new Police Commissioner
The Old Tappan First Aide Corps is in need of wheel chairs to lend to
the public... Many know of our loaner program of medical equipment.
We have a shortage of quality wheelchairs to loan out and would be
willing to accept donation of them and other medical equipment that
is in good condition... Just contact the Borough of Old Tappan and
ask to have the Old Tappan First Aid corps contact you.
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P R O C L A M A T I O NS
THE NVRHS AT OLD TAPPAN 2010 VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM
The NVRHS at Old Tappan 2010 Varsity Football Team was honored at the Old Tappan Reorganization meeting for their courage, determination and success. The Football Team
distinguished itself to be the finest team witnessed in Old Tappan and Bergen County
bringing honor to themselves and their community. The Golden Knights also claimed the
title of Big North Champions and Group III
State Champion Finalists. The team distinguished itself both on and off the field with
character, athleticism, displaying the very epitome of sportsmanship and team ideals, and
giving us all the most exciting season we have ever seen. The Mayor proclaimed the admiration of
our entire community and congratulated Coach Brian Dunn, Peter Dunn, Craig Ferraro, John Sterling,
Brendan O’Neill, Matt Doherty, Keith Johnson, Matt Verbarg, Bart Fuller, Brian Gelelia, David Geminario, the first year players - Johnathan Daniele, Joseph Rizzo, Emilio Caballero, Andrew Carpanini,
Frederick Eichler, Dylan Fleischer, Zachary Frohlich, Joshua Kim, Thomas Kramer, Jacob Kruger, Kenneth Marrero, Brian Murphy, Won-Jae (Jay) Rho, Michael Rooney, Thomas Schneider, Garret Sytsma,
John Trainor, Jong Min Youn, the second year players - Daniel Ahn, Tyler Sheppard, Eric Aanonsen,
Eric Choi, Andrew Dobitsch, Daniel Falkenstern, Brendon Hee, Cameron Lukas, Hunter Norman,
Christopher Pinelli, Keith Rodman, Dylan Saccoccio, and the third year players - Peter Alsharif, Alexander Azarian, John Dunlea, Andrew Martinez, Louis Petrocelli, Jeffrey
JACK BRENNAN
Pinelli, Dale Veselsky, Derek Weissman, Devin Fuller
Jack Brennan was honored at the Old Tappan
Reorganization meeting
for his exceptional service to the Borough of
Old Tappan, his lifetime
commitment to serving
others and most especially as friend to all who
know him.
Jack has
been a resident of the
Borough of Old Tappan
for 30 years; and has
served with distinction
on the Telecommunications Committee, Golf
Commission and the Planning Board of the Borough of Old Tappan. He selflessly offered his experience in technology and
expertise in communications bringing Cellular Technology to the
Borough of Old Tappan developing a safe telecommunication
system while creating much needed revenue for the borough
and its residents; and, always a leader, donated the first Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) to The Borough of Old Tappan,
once again bringing us into the future. Jack served on the
Broad of Education from 1999 to 2005 serving as Vice President from 2001through 2002, and as President to the Board
from 2002 through 2005; and, served as a member of the Old
Tappan Republican Party, also serving as President of that organization, and in many organizations on behalf of the children
of the Borough, most notably as Little League Coach. Jack’s
greatest contribution to the community of Old Tappan is his
loving wife Cindy, his son Ryan and his daughter Sarah who
share in his love of our community.
Visit www. Oldtappan.net for up-to-date town information
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Summer Outdoor Basketball
Old Tappan Basketball is happy to announce its annual summer team program at the
following levels of play:
Girls:
Grades 3/4
Boys:
Grades 3/4
Grades 5/6
Grades 5/6
Grades 7/8
Grades 7/8
Registration begins the end of March and continues til the end of May; please look for email announcements. Games are
against towns and teams in our area and some travel is required. The season will begin in Mid June and extend through the end
of July. Home games at Stone Point Park are a fun setting with large crowds watching all the games. In addition, as every year,
there will be both a Boys Basketball Camp and a Girls Basketball Camp at NVOT High School. Announcements for this camp will
be sent out once dates are set.
For additional information please contact: Bruce Besserer – Old Tappan Basketball Director [email protected]
Camp Serendipity 2011
This year Camp will run mid July till end of July (exact dates TBD)
Camp days will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am -3pm with a half hour for Lunch.
Registration will be opened on Community Pass on or about April 15th, 2011
Registration fee per child will be $200.00
This year’s program will include:
1) Entering in 7th and 8th graders are invited to a new Counselor in Transition (CIT) program. This program is designed to
give the older camper an opportunity to experience leadership skills that could help them transition to Counselor role in
the upcoming years...Details of this program are posted on the oldtappan.net website under Recreation/Golf….Summer
Camp 2011
2) Explore Science: This is a high quality program that explores fun science based projects and activities. The campers
will attend a different Explore Science program each day (with the exceptions noted below), and participate in different,
age appropriate fun science activities. Programs ideas include Bridge Building, Egg Bungee and Catapult, Film Canister
Rockets.
3) Camp Groups will be broken into small sub-groups in order to offered age appropriate activities for each group (approx
12 campers per group with one senior and one or two junior counselors);
Cubs- will be kindergarten thru 2nd grade and will
participate in the following activities:
Music
Explore Science
Playground
Field Games
Quiet Time
Arts and Crafts
Wolves will be 3rd grade to 6th grade and will participate in
the following:
Performing Arts
Explore Science
Playground
Field Games
Quiet Time
Arts and Crafts
Sports
CIT will be 7th-8th grade and will participate in
Arts and Crafts Explore Science
Performing Arts Sport/Field Games
After Lunch CIT training and work with groups
4) Counselor training and preparation will continue to improve for 2011. Again, we will have Senior leading each of the
groups with either one or two Junior Counselors.
We look forward to a fun and successful camp season for 2011….
Please feel free to contact Gloria Wiesner, Recreation Director, at 201 664-1849 ext 24 with any questions or concerns.
Visit www. Oldtappan.net for up-to-date town information
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GOLDEN AGE CLUB OF OLD TAPPAN
LOCAL ASSISTANCE BOARD
If you are a senior age 55 or older and are interested in joining the
Old Tappan Does It Again!
Golden Age Club where you can meet new friends in Old Tappan,
please join us on the first and third Thursday of each month at the Firehouse on the corner of Old Tappan Rd. and Russell Ave at noon.
We meet and discuss current information and activities of interest to
seniors. We plan trips throughout the year and after our business we
play bingo or perhaps cards. In addition each Friday you can attend
arm chair yoga at the same location and each month on the third Saturday, ―Zumba the Latin Dance Exercise ― is available for all at 10:30
AM. We also have Pizza and Bingo and Lunch & Learn. Some of these
events are sponsored by the Senior Advisory Committee and the
Mayor’s Wellness Program though the Board of Health. Blood Pressure
screening is scheduled on the third Thursday, our second meeting of
each month, at noon. In the future we hope to add line dancing. Stay
tuned.
 There is a trip to Mt. Airy Casino February 23. Call Julie at 201-7689178. Price is $25.00 and you get $40.00 back.
 On March 24 there will be a trip to the Westchester Dinner Theater in
Elmsford NY, a short ride away. Tickets are $61 and includes lunch
and the matinee performance of ―Singing in the Rain‖. The bus will
leave from the firehouse. Call 201-505-1976 for tickets and to reserve your space on the bus.
 On April 26 there will be a trip to Li Greci’s Staaten at Staten Island,
NY. Tickets are $52 and include luncheon followed by a Big Band
Tribute with performers from the metropolitan area playing Dorsey,
Miller, Basie and more plus a great comedian and dancing. The bus
will leave from the firehouse. Call 201-505-1976 for tickets and to
reserve your space on the bus.
 On May 24 there will be a trip to Manhattan for a three hour guided
motor coach tour of NYC. Tickets are $48 for the tour and include a
luncheon on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx followed by sightseeing and
shopping. The bus will leave from the firehouse. Call 201-505-1976
for tickets and to reserve your space on the bus.
We all hope to see you soon at one of our meetings or events.
Once again, the Borough of Old Tappan was asked
and the Borough of Old Tappan delivered!
Old Tappan Social Services would like to extend our
sincere appreciation and gratitude to those who
helped the Local Assistance Board meet the increased need for financial assistance, services and
pantry supplies within our community during 2010.
Despite the current difficult economic times, your
contributions, whether it was financial or service
oriented, ensured the sustainability of our programs
– ―where neighbors continue helping neighbors.‖ It
is with your support, we can look forward to another
active year of making a difference in the lives of Old
Tappan residents.
Special thanks to the following: Bank of American,
Butterworth’s Bagels, Get Rx Help Pharmacy, Old
WOMAN’S CLUB OF OLD TAPPAN NEWS
Tappan Girl Scouts, Old Tappan Cub/Boy Scouts, Old
Tappan Public Schools, Par PharmaceutiScholarship Award Application due Wednesday, May 4
cals, PBA Local 206, Personal Touch
Caterers, Prince of Peace Lutheran
The Woman’s Club of Old Tappan is offering a $1,000 Scholastic Award to a
Church, St. Pius X Church, Starbucks,
graduating high school senior who plans to continue a course of higher education.
and the Women’s Club of Old Tappan.
To be eligible, a student must have been a resident of Old Tappan for at least two
consecutive years immediately prior to graduation. The scholarship is awarded on
the basis of scholastic achievement, leadership, activities in and out of school, community involvement, and a personal letter.
Applications may be obtained online at the Northern Valley Regional High School
at Old Tappan guidance website at www.nvnet.org or by contacting the Woman’s
Club of Old Tappan Scholarship Committee Chairperson Elaine Duncan at 201-7686775. Completed applications must be received by Wednesday, May 4, 2011.
Spring House Tour to be held on Sunday, May 15, 2011
A Spring House Tour of five fabulous Old Tappan homes will be held on Sunday,
May 15, 2011 from 1 to 5 PM. Various interior designers, decorators, stylists, florists, kitchen and garden designers will showcase their styles in these homes, including Neiman Marcus, Ivanka’s, Tyrells Florist, D’Ercole Farms and many more.
The Spring House Tour is sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Old Tappan and proceeds will support Gilda’s Club, Shelter Our Sisters, other charities, and local scholarships. For tickets and information see our flyer on page 5.
Submitted by Pat Royall, Communications Chairman, Woman’s Club of Old Tappan
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On the afternoon of December 16th, the Old Tappan’s Senior
Advisory Committee hosted a holiday party for our town’s
seniors. In addition to festive seasonal holiday decorations,
door prizes, and good company, those who attended enjoyed
a roasted chicken dinner with all the trimmings. The twelve
member advisory committee meets monthly and is charged
with providing programs of interest for our senior residents.
Seniors, mark your calendar for our next ―Lunch and Learn‖
event which is scheduled for April 14th .