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Coach Lubertazzi congratulated the girls on this accomplishment and noted it’s their 3rd national title and their 2nd undefeated season. We’ve been together for 5 years and this is our last season together. Hopefully they’ll move on to more high school champion titles to our town.
Jackson Memorial High School Jaguars – Councilman Nixon stated he loves talking about the young men and women who represent Jackson Township. He expressed sincere congratulation for their recent Central Jersey Group IV State Championship title. This victory marks their 4th State Championship win in school history and most points scored in a season, most road wins in a season and school record for most rushing touchdowns in a season for a single player. The Jaguars have 12 athletes named to A-South team; in addition to finishing the season ranked #1 in Shore Conference, #2 in NJ Conference and #2 in Tri-State Conference. The excellent performance, dedication and commitment of these young men, along with Coach Krystopik and staff, have proven to be a source of admiration and inspiration to the citizens of Jackson Township. On behalf of Michael Reina, Mayor of the Township of Jackson, we congratulate the Jackson Memorial Jaguar Football Team, their coach, athletic department and all people associated with the football team for their outstanding accomplishments.
Coach Krystopik thanked all the athletes and parents for their dedication. We have several players who received athletic scholarships for college and wish them the best of luck.
Toys-4-Tots – Councilman Bressi called forward Sergeant Bennett, Officer Gorski and Officer Notare. Sergeant Bennett has donated his time to the Toys for Tots program since 1991 by collecting $5 from each member of his shift to feed a family in need during the holidays. While teaching a DARE program during the holiday season, he learned that one of the students would not be celebrating Christmas with his family due to their poor financial status. He felt he needed to help and found resources through the school to assist. He learned of many other families in need and it drove him to seek further assistance. Police Officers Derek Gorski and Louis Notare took an interest in this program about 4 years ago. For the past 2 years they have partnered with Station 55 firefighters and others, and today are able to help over 70 families with food and presents. On behalf of Michael Reina, Mayor of the Township of Jackson, we recognize and show appreciation to Sergeant Edward Bennett, Offer Derek Gorski and Officer Louis Notare for their outstanding community services.
COUNCILMAN BRESSI – The proclamations are not only for winning as they do well with their academics. As for the Toys-4-Tots, the Marines had it for many years and a these Officers took it one step further on their own. Thank you for coming out and have a safe drive home.
COUNCILMAN NIXON – Our young men and women of this town are champions on and off the field. Some adults should take a learning lesson on how much time and effort these kids put in for what they care about; we're very proud of them. Thank you for being here tonight.
COUNCILWOMAN UPDEGRAVE – It makes us proud to be a Jackson resident. Thank you and congratulations. I also would like to congratulate the Commission for the Disabled as they had a wonderful luau celebration on Sunday at the Senior Center. I am a member of a non-profit and, hoping that within a month, I would like to bring in someone from this organization to give information to residents regarding social services that are available to residents. They provide food, shelter, a ride to the doctor or a kind hand. I am so proud to be a part of this non-profit. Council President Calogero stated as soon as you’re ready we’ll put it on the agenda.