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Newspaper
Hillside Times
Location
Hillside, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1975
Page
1
Police Chief George Shelbourne reports a 29.3 percent drop in serious crime from January–September 1974 to 1975, with declines in most categories. Law enforcement cites near-full strength, enhanced patrols, and new K-9 unit as key factors while the township and PBA negotiate a contract and possible binding arbitration.
Hillside’s 1975 elections set Harold Wovsaniker as likely mayor for 1976. Democrat Wovsaniker, Newark attorney and police commissioner, may be nominated by incumbent Vincent Baldassano, with Dr. Fred Carrasino and Republicans James Welsh Louis Santagata also on the Committee. The new government is sworn in New Year’s Day.
Mayor Vincent Baldassano outlines a plan at the Township Committee meeting to curb the Blue Flu by limiting police sick leave to 15 days per year per year of service. The new rule takes effect January 1 and aims to reduce job actions by officers unhappy with contract outcomes. Public notices include a Flood Control Commission meeting and a federal funding discussion for floods and seniors, with eight attendees Monday night. The committee postponed its regular session to attend the State League of Municipalities Convention in Atlantic City.
Trial set for Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Municipal Court to hear violations against the Blue Ribbon Inn on Hollywood Ave. The tavern has faced over 50 summonses by municipal inspectors amid neighbor complaints of noise blocked driveways and other disturbances. Judge Allen Tumark will preside as owners Fred and Pauline Wenzler had previously fired their attorney. The township had recently won a civil suit restricting entertainment at the Blue Ribbon, banning name acts after large country and western crowds.
Hillside reports a 29.3 percent drop in crime from last year per Police Chief George Shelbourne. Most categories fall, assaults unchanged. arbitration talks continue between police and township. sick days capped amid “Blue Flu” concerns. School officials gain a 15 percent raise over two years, backed by five board members, while three oppose. The board trims about $130,000 to offset lost state funds. Hillside High beat Berkeley Heights 12-9 on a last minute field goal.
The Board of Education approved a two year 15 percent salary increase for school principals and administrators, excluding the superintendent and board secretary, in a five to three vote. The raise is 7 percent per year based on 74 75 salaries. Ed board members Flannery Parker and Corso opposed. Messano Dee Karlik Pease Mancuso voted yes.
The Board of Education reduced its budget by 133974 dollars Monday night due to expected state aid shortfalls amid state budget issues. President Michael R. Flannery noted postponement of a project. cuts touched current expense and capital outlay, including salaries and equipment, but no layoffs will occur.
The datebook lists local activities from November 20 to 26 including church and library programs, youth events, board meetings, civic group gatherings, and community center activities. Highlights include Old Guard Thanksgiving story hour at the library, a hearing on development funds, and various club and organizational meetings across Hillside and surrounding areas.
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