Not going to belabor the point. Someone was replying to me and
the poster's name was edited out. I repeat, I did not post the portion I
included because you seem to attribute that opinion to me.
I know the Long Branch Thornton's well. The name, Thornton is
usually attributed to the LB Thornton's, so I don't know you. I said
I know the family, (Long Branch) and should have been more specific.
Know something? I DON'T think all of the posters here are white or
that they are racist, either. Just like you, feel free to give your opinion.
When you reply, make sure you mention, just who it is you're addressing, else
wise, it's assumed you're replying to the poster, which was me.
If you reply specifically to me, I may/may not reply. If you have an ax to
grind, do so. If you rum a program, good for you, but if you're paid to do
this, it's your employment. I asked about Asbury Works, the one program after
it started, we heard no more about.
I never inquired about the shooting. If it was published in the Coaster, it's
been a while. Haven't read anything about it or
seen it in either newspaper. You need to learn how to edit and
proofread. Do me a favor, don't reply.
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Ramona ramonicoshay@... wrote:
Wow! ... Did I post it in the wrong spot? No it was attributed to you. I was
answering the group itself ... Questions about the shooting, about
Springwood Ave, and about the job program.
It has been publicized.. in the coaster .. in the press .. and even in the
Asbury Blog! We don't boast for a purpose but we are well known where it
counts ... with those that need help.
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, 2fast4u sharon_b283@ wrote:
#1, I didn't post this part, yet it appears attributed to me!
THIS IS SOMEONE ELSE
Well sharon your points, comments and life experiences (and the
success of raising your family) are well taken.
Once again, it's that be ready...cause trouble is waiting..
That's the scary part - for lack of better words.
So why don't the community leaders - all these organizations that
ARE there to help, take action. Talk to the kids and parents.
What are the REAL issues?
- Is it housing
- quality of life
- lack of work - what kind of work would one accept
...
Employment:
- What kind of programs are in place within the city with city and
surrounding employers.
For example: Are there any intern programs with Jersey Shore Medical
- between the HS and JS?? If not, why not? Seems like a natural.
- does the city have any interns? How about the chamber of
commerce?
How about Madison Marquette. I call them interns, but if the
business can't afford to pay for it, I'd say take it from the school $
or other grant money. The kids can work 25 hours per week, $9 per hour.
That's 225 per week gross. 10 weeks - each kid gets $2250. Take 200
kids. Pennies for such a program. Can you get kids to work $9.00? IS it
worth more to keep them off the street - then go for it. $12 hour?
- how about kids that graduated from AP High? Where did they go,
what are they doing now? Anyone know? Does anyone track their careers?
Can they come back and talk to other kids
What kinds of employment programs exist in the school system with a
$90 million budget. (as for employment programs, I meant for the kids -
not admin)
There is only so much that can be done. You need intelligent people
running these programs and people that want to participate. Without, you
have people making comments like we gonna burn the place down or be
ready.
That is what has to be addressed by those who interact with the
local community. And those leaders should be inviting in african
american owned businesses. And those leaders should ensure that if
something is built or renovated on the west side, that bricks don't get
thrown through the windows or lights shattered.
Would it make difference if you just gave everyone, and I mean
everyone $1,000,000? Every resident, any color.
What do you think?
The one that pisses it away after two weeks would be pissed at the
guy who saved it, right?
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