W«dne»day. March 19,1980

TTie/Herald and The Lantern

Candidate Tells Why Running

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AVALON — Among the candidates in next Tuesday’s annual school district election is a local resident who says she wants to serve on the board of education here as a way of repaying the community "for the fine environment it has provided for our

family.”

The candidate isIVlary Jo Dell’Orefice of 42nd St., an educator herself for the past 16 years who is currently a guidance counselor at Middle Township Middle School. "I FEEL I have worked in eough school systems to recognize and help eliminate waste and inefficiency without , sacrificing the quality of Mental Health Advocacy Group Meets Monday COURT HOUSE - The Cape May County Mental Health Advocacy Group will meet 7 p.m. March 24 at the County Library where Liz Golden of the state Division of Mental Health and Hospitals will present a movie. There will also be a representative of the Mental Health Service

Board.

"If you have concerns, are unable to cope with problems or do not know where to turn for help, please come and bring someone with you," a spokesman said. Transportation is available by calling 8861036 or 729-6425.

education we all want for our children." she wrote recently in a letter to

voters.

"Such a quality education is presently offered in Avalon and I would like to work toward continuing that. However, as a taxpayer," Ms

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College

(From Page 1) Surveys are also being made 'by both the committee and college concerning the number of actual and potential students, costs, etc. MR. BITTNER said the county governing body has an "open mind" about the possibility. He said he personally would be guided by the committee's findings, even though its decision isn't binding on the county. Mr. Bittner said that at some point there will be a public discussion so .interested citizens could express their opinions. He has already sought input from educators in the

county.

The freeholder added that the study committee recently asked for a meeting with the freeholder board. "They want a little direction from the whole board." Mr.

Bittner said.

Workshop

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relations agency for 15 years and recently opened a tour office in Ocean City. Mr. Soifer is also a director of

NJTRA.

How Atlantic City sales will benefit all of New Jersey will be presented by John Fox, public relations director of the Atlantic City Convention Bureau. He is an NJTRA

director.

"WE HAVE many talented members In our association and we want to utilize them to bring solid, helpful information.to our membership," said president Ann Carol Perry. "All members, prospective members, and industry people are invited to this workshop. I promise you it will be to the point and helpful." Each speaker will limit his talk to 20 minutes and then field questions for approximately 10 more minutes. For information and reservations, write NJTRA, P.O.BOX 66, Ocean City, NJ 08226, or call executive director Dan Bradley, at 8864901. The workshop will be preceded by a short luncheon meeting of NJTRA to which interested visitors are in-

vited.

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Completion

WOODBURY -

Assemblyman Joseph Chinnici, told officials of the N.J. Department of Transportation during a public hearing on Route 55 last week that it is just as important to complete the southern portion of the highway to the shore as it is to extend it to the Gloucester-Camden Coun-

ties metropolitan area. Chinnici made the

remarks before a gathering of several hundred petams who attended the planning session at Woodbury High School

on March 10.

"This project the way it stands now means nothing. It has no purpose. Route 55 has been in. the works through . the administrations of three governors and still only'14 to 15 miles has been completed," Mr. Chinnici declared. Further delays he added are inexcusable since environmental impact studies have been

completed.

A LOT OF dollars have been spent, and now we must push on to see that the project is made worthwhile,'' said the

Bridgeton legislator.

The Cumberland-Cape May assemblyman said he was extremely pleased that the acquisition of the right-of-way along the northern route was getting underway, and that it would be followed soon after by the construction phase. He urged D.O.T. officials not

to forget the shore.

"WE NEED access to the shore area because the current roads we have are absolutely inadequate. I think we should do everything possible to expedite the completion of the shore link," he said. Mr. Chinnick added he intends to speak personally to Transportation Commissioner Louis Gambaccini about the completion of the southern portion of Route 55 during meetings of the Joint Committee on Appropriations this week, on which the assemblyman

serves.

Dell'Orefice continued, "you can be assured that I will keep a watchful eye out, to protect our tax

dollars."

SHE BEGAN her career as a fifth grade teacher in the Philadelphia School System and has since taught first grade through special education in various systems including overseas. She was graduated from Penn State and received her masters at the University of

Hawaii.

"My husband and I moved here five years ago so that our children would have the opportunity' to grow and develop in the healthy, safe, caring atmosphere that Avalon offers." she write her fellow citizens in asking their support March 25.

ARC Serves Cape’s Retarded

Reminder The Jlerald is published on Wednesday, but all community interest news items must reach the newspaper office by tty* previous Thursday's mail to be considered for publication.

RIO GRANDE - The Cape May County unit of the Association for Retarded Citizens, one of the local agencies funded by the United Way, offers many programs and services to the retarded of

the Jersey Cape.

> Project Horizon is an infant stimulation program for children from birth to, three. In this program, parents are taught how to overcome developmental problems with their babies. Foster grandparents help with the children and a babysitting service is available to clients aside from regular therapy

hours.

FOR THOSE of school age (6-18), there is a Saturday Recreation Program which includes Arts and Crafts, sports, and field trips. The unit also offers a Summer Day Camp for the school-age

group.

Information, referral and advocacy are the other major functions of ARC. The Association works with families to keep them infbrmed of legislation dealing with the retarded. A social worker ’helps obtain services from

VOLUNTEERS make Item* for a summer baraar at the ARC Building. Rio Grande, where there will he another art* 6r crafts night Monday.

Government agencies and counsels parents regarding medical evaluations. Staff members visit schools and civic clubs to discuss causes and prevention of retardation and to educate the public regarding the retarded citizen’s place in the community. MEMBERSHIP in the local ARC unit is open to any interested person There are many special events scheduled throughout the year that depend on volunteers for

their success. Members are currently working on handmade craft items to be sold at Boardwalk Bazaar ; in July. An arts and crafts night is scheduled for 7:30 p.m March 24. at the unit office; Sixth and Maryland Ave., behirtd Shop-Rite. Rio Grande • Anyone interested in donating time or materials may call the ARC office at 465-9349 Monday thru Friday 9 to 4 w There will be no membership meeting in March

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