Six Candidates Running For Three Board Of Education Seats
Four challengers, two incumbents vying for three, three-year terms.
Six individuals are running for election to the Board of Education this year.
Tuesday was the deadline to file petitions to run for one of three, three-year terms on the nine-member board.
Incumbents Kim Essen and Donald Monteyne will each run for full terms. Incumbent Jane Hutchinson will not seek re-election.
The other candidates are: Catherine Kazan, Michael Bubba, Carol DiPasquale, and Eileen Albanese.
Essen was appointed in September 2011 to serve the remainder of James Jimenez’s term. The municipal council appointed Jimenez to fill Lawrence Martin’s at-large seat in July 2011. Governor Christie appointed Martin to a super court judgeship.
Monteyne was appointed in January to replace former board trustee Franco Mazzei. Mazzei was elected to represent Wayne’s Third Ward on the council last November.
Candidates have until Sept. 7 to withdraw their candidacy.
Residents can cast their votes for the candidates during the general election on Nov. 6. The board voted in January to move the election to November. A new state law allowed the change to be made.
Unlike in previous school board elections, residents will not vote on the tax levy. The board all but eliminated the public’s right to vote on the tax levy until at least 2015. The tax levy will only go to voters if it exceeds a state-mandated 2 percent increase cap.
The board approved the district's $144 million budget, including a $127 million tax levy, in March.
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Fight Now for Wayne Schools
9:48 pm on Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Very simple! Every incumbant must go! For this and the next 3 elections! They have made our town a joke! Also voting for Eileen Albanese is like voting for the two new board member that got in last year and who have started this mess! Very simple votes! No Incumbents and no Albanese! Anybody but!!!!
Mike J
10:03 pm on Wednesday, June 6, 2012
@fight: you sound like a hills football parent. Wait and see how the silent majority votes.
Concerned for green land
2:44 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Do not agree with 'fight now for wayne schools' since Essen and Monteyne pushed the rest of the board to stay within 2% without waivers on new budget. They worked with the school principals and sup to decrease non-children impacting budget items. This is not the time to get ride of good people with sound track records. Let's see how they perform until November. Seems like the work well with people and have kids in the public school system so they are close to all problems that need to be resolved. Time will tell.
Wayne Hills football 02
11:19 pm on Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Do not know many of the running candidates. Kim Essen works hard with all the PTOs in town and Ruby's travel for many Wayne resident, and Coach Monteyne is fair and a stand-up guy. I remember he was my coach the PAL lacrosse many years ago before his kids were old enough to play. he spent many hours drilling us about fundamentals and life lessons.
Pad
5:34 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
All current BOE members up for reelection must go. "VOTE THEM OUT". This board has been the worse ever for the reputation of this town and its taxpayers. Keep voting them out until every current member is gone. We need to do this until a board is elected that truly is responsible to the taxpayers and not their self serving interest.
Klinger
8:52 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
@Pad. I have been around for a while and the WORST board was the board that filed ethic charges against a member with constant in-fighting. Started the whole chain reaction of loss of leadership and made it impossible for any good superintendent to want to come to Wayne. Cause 4 years of lack of leadership in this district. We are still healing from that bad board.
Michael L Bubba
7:13 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Thank you "Nose" for the recommendation on the burgers, I will have to check them out. Just some words of advice though if you want to criticize. Stop hiding behind the made up handle of "Nose Wayne". You will get taken much more seriously if you actually own it.
Chicken Little
10:01 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
@Michael L Bubba
What blog do you think you are on? NOSE has not made any appearance (yet) on this article ("Six Candidates Running for Three Board of Education Seats"). I think you have mistakenly posted here.
eyes wide shut
11:55 pm on Sunday, June 10, 2012
I take Nose seriously. Its the Bubba name that has me concerned..."Days of future past."
Michael L Bubba
7:51 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
The truth will set you free! Personal reasons is just a good excuse to hide. I am proud of my family and no matter what happens in November that will never change. Take your best shot, spew as much hatred as you can. I can take it all and guarantee you or anyone else can't rattle me. Have a great day!
Chicken Little
10:02 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
@Michael L. Bubba
Again, I don't think you meant to post on this article
Nose Wayne
10:03 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
NO HATRED,ONLY NOSE THE TRUTH, DAN DELETED SOME OTHER TRUTH,SAID I WAS GETTING TO PERSONAL SO MUCH FOR FREE SPEECH, IT DIDN'T SET ME FREE?
Chicken Little
10:05 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Once again, in a town where about 30,000 people are eligible to run for board, only a handlful of new people come out to take a stab at it. Where are the usual moaners and groaners (Al Scala, Justice, etc.)? I won't comment on how I feel about the new candidates, other than to say I applaud each of them for stepping and up and taking a shot. Good luck to all of you.
Al Scala
11:41 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Chicken Little.....are you now calling me out? I have stated several times that I have no intention to run for anything. However, that does not preclude my right to complain or criticize, or do you f eel that since I voice my opinion and concerns, that it is mandatory that I run. What country do you live in? Or is it that you'd like to blame me for the fact that only 6 people are running for the Board and not 15, 20 or 30? Why aren't you running for the Board?
Michael L Bubba
10:16 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
@Chicken There were posts that were removed regarding 2 of my uncles. I have no problem with someone having an opinion I just believe they should own it. If you would like to know this candidate just ask I will be more than happy to talk to you.
Chicken Little
10:26 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
@ Michael L. Bubba
I guess I should have realized that you were responding to posts before they were removed; NOSE has a knack of sometimes getting himself tossed off these blogs.
I look forward to reading the bios on you and the other candidates, and attending the "debates."
[Dear NOSE: try to keep your NOSE clean, and stay in the game. I don't like to see anyone thrown off the blogs.]
Nose Wayne
10:25 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
CHICKEN,YES I'M ON AND GOT DELEATED AGAIN FOR SPEAKING THE TRUTH ABOUT THE BUBBA CLAN!!
eyes wide shut
11:55 pm on Sunday, June 10, 2012
Nose, Clan is a good word. spot on
Minski
10:25 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
I've known the Albanese family for years. Eileen's husband coached my sons at the PAL for years even when his own children had moved out of the program. They both are active volunteers in the community. Eileen teaches religious Ed and has for many years. Also, she has worked tirelessly in the school district. Good family.
Nose Wayne
10:30 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Chicken,It's my tell it like it is day,execpt Dan the editor thinks i'm getting to personal. NO GIMMICKS,JUST NOSE THE TRUTH!!
Chicken Little
10:42 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
@Nose
Unfortunately, it is hard to take you seriously, because you play the clown. Whatever good message you may have, it is getting stepped on by the "noise" of your blog persona. I try to listen to everyone, but I get tired of you after a short while,
Al Scala
12:23 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Nose...don't feel bad. One of my posts got deleted as well. Absolutely nothing off base or any swear words. Cannot understand why it was deleted.
Chicken Little
11:54 am on Thursday, June 7, 2012
@Al Scala
I live in America, just like you. Yes, you have a right to complain and criticize, and right to not run.
As for me running...been there, done that.
Your turn to run. You gripe too much to NOT take a stab at it. (And, boy oh boy, you sure do gripe!)
Al Scala
12:05 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Chicken Little.....I've been there and done that as well. I held elected public office in the very late 70's through the mid eighties. Gee, so I guess we 're even. Get used to my complaining, because until things change, I'm not going to stop!
Concerned for green land
2:50 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Agree with Al Scala that we should never be satisfied. Budget meetings at high schools and washington middle school should give an indication that Essen and Monteyne are free thinkers and not part of any 'machine'. We all need to be engaged as the state funding gets lower, teacher saleries and health benefits increase and 2% cap current board is committed to stay under.
Chicken Little
12:18 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
@Al Scala
Well, it's been a long time, then. Seems you should be refreshed and rested, and ready to take another go at it.
Rex miatke
12:20 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Well I least I know who one of my votes will be for. Eileen Albanese. Folks she is the real deal. The Other 2 will be someone NOT on the board and not Bubba. Change is needed.
Chicken Little
12:36 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
@Rex Miatke
Eileen would be WONDERFUL
Nose Wayne
12:37 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Rex, Do you know (Don't want to offend Chicken) the Bubba clan to? Can't tell my dealings with the family,got DELEATED once already today. Senator and Township Foreman,that is all!!
Rex miatke
12:50 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Lets keep this even keel. Nose you nose very well why Bubba will not be getting my vote. Hey he had his one win. Isn't that enough.
Nose Wayne
5:49 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Can't even JOKE AROUND here anymore!!! Got Deleted AGAIN !! Sorry Al and Rex,made a joke about chicken and his socks and got DELETED AGAIN!! THREE TIMES A CHARM,WATCH WHAT YOU SAY,OUR EDITORS HAVE NOSE CENTS OF HUMOR!! COMMENT ANYONE?
Billy B
5:48 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Bubba for BOE - he is a friend
Never judge a man only by his last name and past actions
wayne resident
5:48 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
So Nose you judge a man by his last name, how does that make any sence. If the readers had your name perhaps they would ignore your postings. Why not learn about all the canidates before you judge? Mike Bubba may be one of the best people for the job.
concerned
5:48 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
This is very simple. When was the last time you watched a board meeting and got the impression that any of them were listening. They are constantly talking, typing on their computers that we bought and rolling their eyes when they dont like what is being said. They can't make a decision and stick with it I agree all current board members must go .
wayne resident
5:49 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
@Nose why would you judge a man by only his last name?
Nose Wayne
10:29 pm on Thursday, June 7, 2012
Bob, I do not judge people by their last name,but by their character.Have known the family for many years and without getting into details or getting DELETED for the fourth time today, I will not get into personal details.
Grey
12:25 pm on Friday, June 8, 2012
I Think current board has done an outstanding job of showing strong committment to our schools and our children. They are the first board to hire a full time superintendent and begin to rebuild Wayne schools in a positive light. I applaud them for their hard work and without doubt will be voting for Eileen.
Rex miatke
6:20 pm on Friday, June 8, 2012
We agree on Eileen, Grey. Eileen is without a doubt the one who needs to get on the board!!!!!!!!!! As far as the current board doing an outstanding job??????
Pad
11:55 pm on Sunday, June 10, 2012
An outstanding job? Are you kidding me? A PR firm, several issues that made the district a disgrace. A new Superintendant, he was passed over in Hackensack for Super, also worked in the Paterson District. First thing he did was bring in a freind from Paterson for 160K+, now is in the process of making room for more freinds. There has been alot of issues with this board also. The closed door meetings, failure to cut more from the budget then they could have and lets not forget the fees they wanna charge for facilities use which is out of this world. Maybe the Township should impose fees on the BOE for use of its property and services also. To charge fees to in township non-profits like the PAL, Boys Club, Little League etc is a disgrace. This board has to go! They are all just political wannabes using this has a stepping stone. Look at the town council almost all including the Mayor came from the BOE. Cerberio look where he came from and all the issues there.
Jacqueline Pisatowski
12:25 pm on Friday, June 8, 2012
NOSE- Looks like you finallly spelled DELETED correctly.
I have known the Bubba family for more than 30 years and they are dedicated and proud citizens of Wayne. NOSE - if you have a problem with any of their family members, bring it up. What are you hiding from???
I know Joe Bubba Jr. personally and you couldn't meet a more honest and sincere person.
Good luck Michael Bubba - you will be great on the Board.
Michael L Bubba
12:25 pm on Friday, June 8, 2012
Nose you have already gotten into personal details, it's what got you deleted. Considering I was a kid when all the stuff you say took place I should definitely be painted with the same brush. The fact is you know nothing about me.
Nose Wayne
12:24 am on Sunday, June 10, 2012
JAC, I did post it,but our EDITOR DAN DELETED ME !! Michael, you would be surprised what I know about you. NOT saying it's bad, but have known you for many years. Will get into it another time , I knew your father and uncle very well.
Al Scala
12:24 am on Sunday, June 10, 2012
Mike.....Getting into a verbal volleyball with some people may not be a good idea. They are stubborn, bullheaded and have already made up their minds. You're a good guy and a terrific candidate. Run a positive campaign as you have an awful lot to offer.
Jacqueline Pisatowski
11:55 pm on Sunday, June 10, 2012
I could not agree with you more Al.
Michael L Bubba
11:55 pm on Sunday, June 10, 2012
Thanks Al! I am curious Nose how you knew my Dad? He was never in politics and never worked for the town.
Jacqueline Pisatowski
12:03 pm on Monday, June 11, 2012
I would like to know also.
Lori
11:10 pm on Monday, June 11, 2012
We should all be judged on the content of our character. Coming from a large family I hated when people assumed they knew me before they met me. Good luck Michael
I also agree that if Nose is speaking from a place of integrity he wouldn't hide his name.
Michael L Bubba
4:23 am on Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Thank you Lori!