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Township of Montclair, New JerseyProclamationRecognizing May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthWHEREAS, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month originated in a congressional bill in June of1977. On March 28, 1979 President Carter issued Presidential Proclamation 4650, proclaiming theweek beginning on May 4, 1979, as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week. Since then, it hasexpanded to a month-long celebration in 1992; andWHEREAS, in the years and decades that followed, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have become one ofthe fastest-growing racial and ethnic groups in the nation representing a multitude of ethnicities,languages, and experiences that enrich and strengthen our community. According to the UnitedStates Census Bureau, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders make up an estimated 5.1 million in2020. The highest population of Asian American and Pacific Islanders reside in Hawaii which makesup 37.2 % of the population; andWHEREAS, this year marks the 30th anniversary of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month. Someof the most notable Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders include Hiram Fong, the first AsianAmerican elected in the U.S Senate, Kalpen Suresh Modi, American actor, author, and formerWhite House staff member. Connie Chung, the first Asian American and second woman to anchora nightly newscast at a major U.S. Broadcast Network, and Vanessa Anne Hudgens, an Americanactress and singer; andWHEREAS, other notable individuals who have made an impact on the community include Sammy Lee, the firstAsian American to win Olympic gold for the U.S. and the first man to win consecutive gold inOlympic platform diving, James Vo “Jim” Parque, a Major League Baseball pitcher for the ChicagoWhite Socks and Wataru “Wat” Misaka who broke the color barrier in pro basketball by being thefirst player of Asian descent to play in the NBA; andWHEREAS, throughout New Jersey, people are celebrating the Asian American and Pacific Islander HeritageMonth by sponsoring a variety of cultural events. Organizations such as Asian American and PacificIslander “AAPI” Montclair are promoting awareness and education around AAPI culture andhistory. AAPI Montclair hosts events such as the Lunar New Year Celebration, Lantern Festival,Holi /Songkran, and Diwali. Other programs include performances, lessons, and classes.NOW THEREFORE, the Mayor and Council of the Township of Montclair, do hereby proclaim May as AsianAmerican and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the Township of Montclair.Sean M. Spiller, MayorWilliam L. Hurlock, Deputy MayorRobert J. Russo, Councilor-At-LargePeter Yacobellis, Councilor-At-LargeRobin Schlager, Second Ward CouncilorLori A. Price Abrams, Third Ward CouncilorAttest:Angelese Bermúdez NievesTownship ClerkDate: May 17, 2022David Cummings, Fourth Ward Councilor

Township of Montclair, New JerseyProclamationRecognizing June as Pride MonthWHEREAS, Montclair is a diverse and inclusive community whose residents believe in safety, prosperity, equality,and hope for all; andWHEREAS, Montclair recognizes the human rights of all citizens and actively supports an end to all forms ofprejudice and discrimination; andWHEREAS, our LGBTQ residents have made significant and important contributions to the history and qualityof life in Montclair and throughout Essex County; andWHEREAS, the Council of the Township of Montclair is committed to promoting LGBTQ equality andfostering welcoming and affirming LGBTQ spaces; andWHEREAS, more recent advances in LGBTQ equality, including marriage, bans against LGBTQ conversion,the advancement of some federal protections with respect to access to federal services and openmilitary service, LGBTQ inclusive and protective anti-discrimination public access state laws,positive LGBTQ public opinion, widespread LGBTQ visibility and representation in media,education, public office, LGBTQ anti-bullying laws and welcoming and affirming school climatepolicies—including actions to create LGBTQ inclusive curriculum—and corporate America’sLGBTQ inclusion and promotion, are all directly linked back to the victories of earlier LGBTQ rights advocates; andWHEREAS, the community recognizes the efforts of the many advocates and allies who have enabled thisprogress and opened society’s eyes to the idea that love is love and no one should be forced to hidepart of their identity; andWHEREAS, in response to previous legislative and executive attempts at rolling back LGBTQ advances,President Biden has issued a series of executive orders to prevent and combat LGBTQ discrimination. Despite these efforts, a lack of comprehensive federal civil rights protections andcultural and political climate shifts that empower LGBTQ hate crimes continue to impactLGBTQ individuals and families who face significant uncertainty, oppression, and discrimination.NOW THEREFORE, the Mayor and Council of the Township of Montclair, do hereby proclaim June asLGBTQ Pride Month in the Township of Montclair. We urge all people of Montclair to join LGBTQ advocacyand actions, promote diversity and inclusion, create welcoming and affirming spaces for LGBTQ youth, trans andnon-binary folks, persons of color, and be visible, outspoken allies and upstanders as any injustice against one is aninjustice against all.Sean M. Spiller, MayorWilliam L. Hurlock, Deputy MayorRobert J. Russo, Councilor-At-LargePeter Yacobellis, Councilor-At-LargeRobin Schlager, Second Ward CouncilorAttest:Lori A. Price Abrams, Third Ward CouncilorAngelese Bermúdez NievesTownship ClerkDate: May 17, 2022David Cummings, Fourth Ward Councilor

Township of Montclair, New JerseyProclamationDeclaring June 21st Montclair Make Music DayWHEREAS, “Make Music Day” is an annual event held on the first day of summer, inspired by France’s “FeteDe La Musique” or “Make Music Festival”. It is now an international celebration that takes place inmore than 1,000 cities in 120 countries across the globe. This year will mark the 40th Anniversary ofthe first Fete De La Musique; andWHEREAS, celebrating for the ninth consecutive year, Montclair will be one of more than 100 cities across theUnited States taking part in Make Music Day on summer solstice June 21, 2022. This year’scelebration will include pre-Make Music Day events starting on June 18th with Terry’s SerendipityCafé Festival Underground and concluding with our town wide Make Music Day celebration onJune 21st with performances and events in all parts of town; andWHEREAS, Montclair Make Music Days are organized by a committee of volunteer organizers,musicians, small businesses, students, and residents through the local arts organization IndieArts Montclair (“IAM”). The goal is to continue providing a great opportunity for Montclair arearesidents to perform and enjoy music; andNOW THEREFORE, by virtue of this Proclamation, the Mayor, and Council of the Township of Montclair,do hereby declare June 21st to be Montclair Make Music Day and encourage people of all ages and abilities toresponsibly gather to celebrate in parks, storefronts, and public spaces to celebrate the ability to make music.Sean M. Spiller, MayorWilliam L. Hurlock, Deputy MayorRobert J. Russo, Councilor-At-LargePeter Yacobellis, Councilor-At-LargeRobin Schlager, Second Ward CouncilorAttest:Lori A. Price Abrams, Third Ward CouncilorAngelese Bermúdez Nieves, Township ClerkDate: May 17, 2022David Cummings, Fourth Ward Councilor

Township of Montclair, New JerseyProclamationCongratulating Eagle Scout Alex ParadaWHEREAS, Boy Scouts of America is an organization that builds skills which young people need to deal with theeventual realities of life, not only developing in them an appreciation for nature but also helpingthem to develop self-esteem and confidence that will lead to a sense of independence. Scoutingoffers young people responsible fun and adventure while training them in citizenship, service, andleadership; andWHEREAS, Boy Scouts Troop 12 of Montclair, New Jersey was established in 1924 and has been operatingcontinuously for over 100 years. Troop 12 has been helping young people achieve their potential asleaders. As scouts achieve various scouting and leadership skills, they earn merit badges and advancethrough the ranks of Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, and Eagle. Troop 12has proudly endorsed over hundreds of Eagle Scouts; andWHEREAS, Eagle Scouts earn a total of 21 merit badges in fields such as First Aid, Citizenship in the Community,Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communication, Cooking, Personal Fitness,Emergency Preparedness or Lifesaving, Environmental Science or Sustainability, PersonalManagement, Swimming, Hiking or Cycling, Camping, and Family Life. In addition, Eagle Scoutcandidates are required to complete a project that benefits their school, church or community andentails planning and supervising volunteers; andWHEREAS, Alex Parada, a member of Troop 12, has attained the rank of Eagle Scout. For his Eagle ServiceProject, Alex built a kiosk on the Clifton side of the Alfonzo F. Bonsal Wildlife Preserve. The kioskprovided general information about the preserve’s ecology. Alex and his team also assisted in thebeautification of the preserve as they cleaned-up parts of the area; andWHEREAS, Alex is a senior at St. Peter’s Preparatory High School, in Jersey City. He played on the basketballand track and field team. In addition to sports, Alex has volunteered for several service trips at theRomero Center Ministries in Camden. Alex is interested in becoming a part of the scientificcommunity and aspires to become an environmental scientist.NOW THEREFORE, the Mayor and Council of the Township of Montclair hereby recognize and salute theoutstanding accomplishments of Alex Parada and join Boy Scouts Troop 12 of Montclair in congratulating him onattainting the rank of Eagle Scout.Sean M. Spiller, MayorWilliam L. Hurlock, Deputy MayorRobert J. Russo, Councilor-At-LargePeter Yacobellis, Councilor-At-LargeRobin Schlager, Second Ward CouncilorLori A. Price Abrams, Third Ward CouncilorDavid Cummings, Fourth Ward CouncilorAttest:Angelese Bermúdez NievesTownship ClerkDate: May 17, 2022

Township of Montclair, New JerseyProclamationCongratulating Eagle Scout Denzel LoblackWHEREAS, Boy Scouts of America is an organization that builds skills which young people need to deal with theeventual realities of life, not only developing in them an appreciation for nature but also helpingthem to develop self-esteem and confidence that will lead to a sense of independence. Scoutingoffers young people responsible fun and adventure while training them in citizenship, service, andleadership; andWHEREAS, Boy Scouts Troop 12 of Montclair, New Jersey was established in 1924 and has been operatingcontinuously for over 100 years. Troop 12 has been helping young people achieve their potential asleaders. As scouts achieve various scouting and leadership skills, they earn merit badges and advancethrough the ranks of Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, and Eagle. Troop 12has proudly endorsed over hundreds of Eagle Scouts; andWHEREAS, Eagle Scouts earn a total of 21 merit badges in fields such as First Aid, Citizenship in the Community,Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communication, Cooking, Personal Fitness,Emergency Preparedness or Lifesaving, Environmental Science or Sustainability, PersonalManagement, Swimming, Hiking or Cycling, Camping, and Family Life. In addition, Eagle Scoutcandidates are required to complete a project that benefits their school, church or community andentails planning and supervising volunteers; andWHEREAS, Denzel Loblack, a member of Troop 12 has attained the rank of Eagle Scout. For his Eagle ServiceProject, Denzel committed his time to serving the YMCA of Montclair, a community-focusednonprofit. Through his project, Denzel and his team developed the YMCA of Montclair Camp atthe lake campsite in West Milford. They first created plans to relocate the fire pit and gaga ball pit.Then they constructed new benches and laid cement. Over the next few weeks they relocated thefirepit and transferred the original gaga ball pit to the new location. This project assisted the YMCAto further develop the camp and to continue with other construction plans; andWHEREAS, Denzel is a junior at East Orange Academy STEM High School and excels in mathematics andcomputers. He has been involved in a variety of math competitions and has participated in theFraser’s Mathematics Solutions Program. Denzel is certified in CPR, AED and basic First Aid. Healso has a blue belt with three red stripes in Taekwondo. Denzel practices the piano and performsat recitals. Denzel is interested in software engineering.NOW THEREFORE, the Mayor and Council of the Township of Montclair hereby recognize and salute theoutstanding accomplishments of Denzel Loblack and join Boy Scouts Troop 12 of Montclair in congratulating himon attainting the rank of Eagle Scout.Sean M. Spiller, MayorWilliam L. Hurlock, Deputy MayorRobert J. Russo, Councilor-At-LargePeter Yacobellis, Councilor-At-LargeRobin Schlager, Second Ward CouncilorAttest:Lori A. Price Abrams, Third Ward CouncilorDavid Cummings, Fourth Ward CouncilorAngelese Bermúdez NievesTownship ClerkDate: May 17, 2022

Township of Montclair, New JerseyProclamationCongratulating Eagle Scout Max FerranteWHEREAS, Boy Scouts of America is an organization that builds skills which young people need to deal with theeventual realities of life, not only developing in them an appreciation for nature but also helpingthem to develop self-esteem and confidence that will lead to a sense of independence. Scoutingoffers young people responsible fun and adventure while training them in citizenship, service, andleadership; andWHEREAS, Boy Scouts Troop 12 of Montclair, New Jersey was established in 1924 and has been operatingcontinuously for over 100 years. Troop 12 has been helping young people achieve their potential asleaders. As scouts achieve various scouting and leadership skills, they earn merit badges and advancethrough the ranks of Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, and Eagle. Troop 12has proudly endorsed over hundreds of Eagle Scouts; andWHEREAS, Eagle Scouts earn a total of 21 merit badges in fields such as First Aid, Citizenship in the Community,Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communication, Cooking, Personal Fitness,Emergency Preparedness or Lifesaving, Environmental Science or Sustainability, PersonalManagement, Swimming, Hiking or Cycling, Camping, and Family Life. In addition, Eagle Scoutcandidates are required to complete a project that benefits their school, church or community andentails planning and supervising volunteers; andWHEREAS, Max Ferrante, a member of Troop 12, has attained the rank of Eagle Scout. For his Eagle ServiceProject, Max led a project to benefit Bnai Keshet, a Reconstructionist Synagogue that serves as thereligious home for families and the community through interfaith services. Max and his teamcleaned, organized, and built shelving units in the basement of the main building of Bnai KeshetSynagogue. This project assisted members of the synagogue to better utilize the basement andprovided additional space for supplies when serving meals during Montclair Emergency Services forthe Homeless “MESH” and religious events; andWHEREAS, Max is currently a senior and attends Montclair High School. He has upheld an impeccableacademic record and is a member of the National Honor Society. Max had also played two years ofJunior Varsity Tennis and volunteers in several local community service projects. For the past fiveyears, Max has volunteered at MESH. Max is interested in the field of business and law.NOW THEREFORE, the Mayor and Council of the Township of Montclair hereby recognize and salute theoutstanding accomplishments of Max Ferrante and join Boy Scouts Troop 12 of Montclair in congratulating himon attainting the rank of Eagle Scout.Sean M. Spiller, MayorWilliam L. Hurlock, Deputy MayorRobert J. Russo, Councilor-At-LargePeter Yacobellis, Councilor-At-LargeRobin Schlager, Second Ward CouncilorLori A. Price Abrams, Third Ward CouncilorAttest:Angelese Bermúdez NievesTownship ClerkDate: May 17, 2022David Cummings, Fourth Ward Councilor

Township of Montclair, New JerseyProclamationCongratulating Eagle Scout Cai HellmanWHEREAS, Boy Scouts of America is an organization that builds skills which young people need to deal with theeventual realities of life, not only developing in them an appreciation for nature but also helpingthem to develop self-esteem and confidence that will lead to a sense of independence. Scoutingoffers young people responsible fun and adventure while training them in citizenship, service, andleadership; andWHEREAS, Boy Scouts Troop 13 of Montclair, New Jersey was established in 1911 and has been operatingcontinuously for over 100 years. Troop 13 has been helping young people achieve their potentialas leaders. As scouts achieve various scouting and leadership skills, they earn merit badges andadvance through the ranks of Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, and Eagle.Troop 13 has proudly endorsed over hundreds of Eagle Scouts; andWHEREAS, Eagle Scouts earn a total of 21 merit badges in fields such as First Aid, Citizenship in the Community,Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communication, Cooking, Personal Fitness,Emergency Preparedness or Lifesaving, Environmental Science or Sustainability, PersonalManagement, Swimming, Hiking or Cycling, Camping, and Family Life. In addition, Eagle Scoutcandidates are required to complete a project that benefits their school, church or community andentails planning and supervising volunteers; andWHEREAS, Cai Hellman, a member of Troop 13, has attained the rank of Eagle Scout. For his Eagle ServiceProject, Cai led a project to benefit the Union Cong Nursery School. His project involved monthsof planning and hours of preparation. With the help of his fellow scout members, communityleaders, and family members, Cai was able to raise enough money to contribute towards his project.With the combined effort of Cai and his team, three planters were built for the children’s garden, asmall bench and stools were made for the children to sit on, and a little lending library was paintedand erected for students and the community to utilize; andWHEREAS, Cai is an honor student at Montclair High School. He is the captain of the Robotics Team and is avarsity member on the bowling team. Cai also participated in the science and chemistry Olympiads.Cai completed his first year at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY, where he is studying LandscapeDesign and Sustainability. Through the years as a Boy Scout, Cai was an Assistant Senior PatrolLeader for younger scouts and was involved in numerous camping trips.NOW THEREFORE, the Mayor and Council of the Township of Montclair hereby recognize and salute theoutstanding accomplishments of Cai Hellman and join Boy Scouts Troop 13 of Montclair in congratulating him onattaining the rank of Eagle Scout

Township of Montclair - 205 Claremont Avenue Montclair, New Jersey 07042 Telephone: 973-744-1400 - Website: www.montclairnjusa.org TOWNSHIP COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 17, 2022 7:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS Proclamation recognizing May as Jewish Heritage Month Proclamation recognizing May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month