[AsburyPark] Re: Stop the Static

2007-11-06 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, dfsavgny [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Despite the improvements to the BW that MM/partners or whoever has made. I am still deeply troubled. I came to this conclusion almost 4 years ago and have tried to dissuade myself. I can't escape it however. Things will not

[AsburyPark] How does BW activity help the bottom line ?

2007-11-06 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Jack Pitzer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Madison Marquette is working hard to bring us a nicer boardwalk. I stand behind their recent efforts, and I'm not going to rush to judge things. == All thats been done is yet more paint jobs and 'temporary'

[AsburyPark] Re: Its not about the Planters

2007-11-06 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Jack Pitzer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Werner, Honestly, how can you expect the 1000 condos to be occupied by now, even if they were all built, considering the way the real estate market is these days? They missed the 'boat'. However NOT having them

[AsburyPark] Re: OK Done - seems like a lost cause

2007-11-06 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, charlie [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nice example Werner. That is how a lot of people think when it comes to AP... Or anything in general for that matter. They just want something done.. anything. They don't care if it's right or wrong, just get it done.

[AsburyPark] Re: Stop the Static

2007-11-06 Thread 2fine4u
I'm inclined, no, convinced of what you state and you state it clearly! Coming from you, who I consider reliable AND honest, I take you at your word! Thanks for simplifying, what I already thought! I consider what you state, to be the truth and nothing else! You're like E.F. Hutton! --- In

[AsburyPark] Re: Library Square Park update and Trinity Church Meeting

2007-11-06 Thread 2fine4u
Jack, So glad to hear that you have connected with someone. I edited my reply just to say this. Yesterday I celebrated my anniversary, by going on an early Christmas shopping jaunt and lunch in Eatontown. We came through Sunset Ave. to Main St. At the light was the dog and pony show, the PD on

[AsburyPark] Re: How does BW activity help the bottom line ?

2007-11-06 Thread asburycouple
Werner, I share your dissapointment with what has not been accomplished over the past five years. But we are where we are and can't judge what's being done now by MM through the lens of where we should have been had the past five years been different. That is both unrealistic and unfair. MM

[AsburyPark] Re: Stop the Static

2007-11-06 Thread oakdorf
Being able to get Paramoiunt up and Running was great. It foes bring people in. People spend money IF u get them to stay overnight OR lure them to other businesses in the city. Do they stop at DD or Franks or MCd or come downtown? ASK the business owners - do they want NOTHING on the

[AsburyPark] Re: How does BW activity help the bottom line ?

2007-11-06 Thread oakdorf
The question remains how is the budget shortfall going to be fixed - By hitting the current residential property owners hard ? No, they will claim hardship and the pain it will cause to city property owners. They state will again print money and hand it over - run the city, run the

[AsburyPark] Re: Stop the Static

2007-11-06 Thread oakdorf
Anyone agree that having portable toilets on the boardwalk is not in the best interests of the City? Or am I alone on that one? Werner agreed, Actually, it looks like sh*t. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/

[AsburyPark] Re: How does BW activity help the bottom line ?

2007-11-06 Thread asburycouple
As hard as it is to feel this way, I don't think MM can be saddled with the sins of the past and be forced to play catchup, either by working 5 times faster or by somehow being forced to deal with the shortfall in taxables caused by Partners lack of progress. My opinion is that you have to

[AsburyPark] Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread dapawprint
All, I am not a City resident, I have been accused and am guilty. That being said, I have a question. The recent meeting which the City held to discuss the shortcomings of the Partners, what was that all about.. does anyone know? APP reported that the meeting would be held, the City's own

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread asburycouple
I would love to understand why the council has been so easy on Partners for so long. That's a question that is often asked on this board but never answered in any forum. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, dapawprint [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: All, I am not a City resident, I have been

[AsburyPark] Re: How does BW activity help the bottom line ?

2007-11-06 Thread wernerapnj
Thank you, I do agree with what you observe, however even MM has been dragging their feet. Perhaps due to problems with the Partners, I don't know. What I do know is that I attended the planning board applications for the 5th Ave Pav. This project is a 'no-brainer' The Plan calls for the Pavilion

[AsburyPark] Re: Stop the Static

2007-11-06 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ... And no public restrooms.showers...dumb dumb. == Every Pavilion should have a requirement to provide public rest rooms. Or perhaps every other Pavilion

[AsburyPark] Re: Stop the Static

2007-11-06 Thread asburycouple
Got my vote on that Werner! Anyone agree that having portable toilets on the boardwalk is not in the best interests of the City? Or am I alone on that one? Werner Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread oakdorf
Could that meeting be the first step to use emminent domain AGAINST the Partners and to allow MM to take it all over by themselves? Just a thought - and a question for all of you to ponder. Glenn I said this a couple years ago. I called it reverse eminent domain. At least take phase

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, asburycouple [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would love to understand why the council has been so easy on Partners for so long. That's a question that is often asked on this board but never answered in any forum. Amazing. Like my kids. I'll do it later. I

[AsburyPark] Re: Stop the Static

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Pitzer
I think we all agree that Asbury Partners sucks. So why isn't there a group like SUFA to get them out? --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Anyone agree that having portable toilets on the boardwalk is not in the best interests of the City? Or am I alone

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Pitzer
What about how difficult it is to get a few lights repaired in a troubled park? I'm wondering how many emails and phone calls it's gonna take. David Stout told me it took 5 months to get a street light fixed near Trinity Church. Ridiculous. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread dfsavgny
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, dapawprint [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Partners have used emminent domain at their will to claim many properties whith wich they do NOTHING with (unless, of course MM presses them to do so.) Could that meeting be the first step to use emminent domain

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Jack Pitzer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What about how difficult it is to get a few lights repaired in a troubled park? Ladder, screw driver, light bulbs, Someone to hold the ladder, I;m afraid of heights usually, so I can hold the ladder. Hinge for mayor.

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread dfsavgny
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, asburycouple [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would love to understand why the council has been so easy on Partners for so long. That's a question that is often asked on this board but never answered in any forum. I for one never cited corruption for this

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Pitzer
I'd love to fix them ourselves. I have no fear of heights. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Jack Pitzer hinge98@ wrote: What about how difficult it is to get a few lights repaired in a troubled park? Ladder, screw

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Pitzer
I'd love to fix them ourselves. I have no fear of heights. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Jack Pitzer hinge98@ wrote: What about how difficult it is to get a few lights repaired in a troubled park? Ladder, screw

[AsburyPark] Re: Library Square Park update and Trinity Church Meeting

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Pitzer
Thanks to those of you who responded to my post yesterday. I really appreciate your kind words and support. I'll keep you posted as I move forward. Now, I'm trying to think of the best way to help implement the Change for Asbury Program I described yesterday. I've never done anything like

[AsburyPark] Re: Library Square Park update and Trinity Church Meeting

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Pitzer
Thanks to those of you who responded to my post yesterday. I really appreciate your kind words and support. I'll keep you posted as I move forward. Now, I'm trying to think of the best way to help implement the Change for Asbury Program I described yesterday. I've never done anything like

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread MarioAPNJ
This post is a major bright spot on this gloomy day! In a message dated 11/6/2007 10:16:38 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: We are where we are. I know for a fact that the entire council and governing body is fed up with Partners and wish they were gone. I am not

[AsburyPark] ESPN - 11/05: Asbury Park Locals Got Down and Dirty

2007-11-06 Thread MarioAPNJ
Asbury Park, NJ—The best riders in street BMX came from across the country to battle it out at the Red Bull Down Dirty contest, but it was a team of underground locals that wowed them all The event was put on in partnership with Zoo York, Madison Marquette with course design by Animal

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: How does BW activity help the bottom line ?

2007-11-06 Thread MarioAPNJ
Another keeper. Post on refrigerator. In a message dated 11/6/2007 7:42:44 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But we are where we are and can't judge what's being done now by MM through the lens of where we should have been had the past five years been different

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, dapawprint [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ... Could that meeting be the first step to use emminent domain AGAINST the Partners and to allow MM to take it all over by themselves? Just a thought - and a question for all of you to ponder.

[AsburyPark] Skeptics say Economic Impact Unclear

2007-11-06 Thread Mario
Sobering thoughts about the arena. I remember when, a long time ago, AP had all its hopes in one or two baskets (gambling, Jai alai, etc.). Hope we stay on track with a holistic approach as mentioned in this article. Adapted from Newark Arena's Economic Impact Unclear - New York Times

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Stop the Static

2007-11-06 Thread charlie
Anyone agree that having portable toilets on the boardwalk is not in the best interests of the City? Or am I alone on that one? I'll agree with you there! I thought it was fine the first year or two, but by that point, you'd think something more perminate would be visiable. The

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread MarioAPNJ
In a message dated 11/6/2007 11:27:38 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have always said that keeping that property in public control, for example leasing it to operators, would have been the best approach instead of a sale. In addition the Federal Historic

[AsburyPark] Re: Skeptics say Economic Impact Unclear

2007-11-06 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Mario [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sobering thoughts about the arena. I remember when, a long time ago, AP had all its hopes in one or two baskets (gambling, Jai alai, etc.). Hope we stay on track with a holistic approach as mentioned in this article.

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread charlie
I would love to understand why the council has been so easy on Partners for so long. That's a question that is often asked on this board but never answered in any forum. Maybe the city has that anything is better then nothing attitude going? No idea.. I don't like to think that, but

Re: [AsburyPark] How does BW activity help the bottom line ?

2007-11-06 Thread charlie
All thats been done is yet more paint jobs and 'temporary' repairs to the 5th Ave Pav. OK, the 'Plaza' (that's supposed to be green acres space). The Casino/ConHall projects should have been started 5 years ago. OK yes I'll give them credit for getting that jump started. I think the

[AsburyPark] Re: How does BW activity help the bottom line ?

2007-11-06 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, asburycouple [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As hard as it is to feel this way, I don't think MM can be saddled with the sins of the past and be forced to play catchup, either by working 5 times faster or by somehow being forced to deal with the shortfall in

Re: [AsburyPark] ESPN - 11/05: Asbury Park Locals Got Down and Dirty

2007-11-06 Thread MarioAPNJ
In a message dated 11/6/2007 10:33:06 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Asbury Park, NJ—The best riders in street BMX came from across the country ..., but it was a team of underground locals that wowed them allThe event was put on in partnership Madison

[AsburyPark] Re: Skeptics say Economic Impact Unclear

2007-11-06 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Mario [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sobering thoughts about the arena. I remember when, a long time ago, AP had all its hopes in one or two baskets (gambling, Jai alai, etc.). Hope we stay on track with a holistic approach as mentioned in this article.

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread MarioAPNJ
In a message dated 11/6/2007 11:56:08 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It was in Public Property. It didn't work and it cost the city money - it was a big circle. The public part wasn't what kept Asbury down. Not as simple as that. Race issues, general neglect of

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 11/6/2007 11:27:38 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have always said that keeping that property in public control, for example leasing it to operators, would have been the best

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 11/6/2007 11:56:08 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It was in Public Property. It didn't work and it cost the city money - it was a big circle. The public part wasn't what kept Asbury

[AsburyPark] Re: Skeptics say Economic Impact Unclear

2007-11-06 Thread oakdorf
I was wondering, can we/should we list all of OUR accomplishments for the pat SIX (6) years? How about our goals on how we will improve our life/our friends or friends to be over the NEXT SIX (6) years. Who wants to go first? Actaully, Jack is first. He is doing something to solve a

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread MarioAPNJ
In a message dated 11/6/2007 1:45:55 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Trust me on this. I was a retail tenant in a city owned building. That being on the boardwalk. Trust me. I was a resident even before Bruce the so-called riots. I seen all phases since then.

[AsburyPark] Re: Just a Thought from Outside the Box

2007-11-06 Thread 2fine4u
Jack, Today, I went past the park, slooowly and I thought it was a disgrace! Not a light to be found! The plants? GONE! Not many people in the park, due to the weather, but it looks neglected! NO, it isn't YOU! What in the world is going on over there? But this town has cajones, for a

[AsburyPark] Library Square Lights

2007-11-06 Thread dfsavgny
I tried to notify Hinge of this but maybe it did not go through from my blackberry. Terry Reidy told me today that the city did contact JCPL when Jack first notified him. I guess Terry did not respond to Jack directly. Terry went right to the top at the utility and there was confirmation that

[AsburyPark] Esperanza PH Sells $2.45M

2007-11-06 Thread dfsavgny
From The Real Deal. I wonder who the purchaser is? I hope it is not Dean Geibel the developer - I heard he was taking a PH. Asbury Park condo sells for record $2.46M The Esperanza in Asbury Park, N.J. A penthouse unit at The Esperanza in Asbury Park, N.J., fetched $2.46 million, the most ever

[AsburyPark] Comment on the Esperanza Sale

2007-11-06 Thread dfsavgny
A comment left on the Real Deal. Very unlike the typical negative NJ comments on the APP anytime there is even a good AP story (see today's APP about BCH). My parents live in Allenhurst which is just north of Asbury. Allenhurst and Deal just north are extremely wealthy towns where ocean front

[AsburyPark] Re: Library Square Lights

2007-11-06 Thread dapawprint
Nice job backing these guys up, keep up the good work! THANKS! --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, dfsavgny [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I tried to notify Hinge of this but maybe it did not go through from my blackberry. Terry Reidy told me today that the city did contact JCPL when Jack first

[AsburyPark] Reminder: Little League field redevelopment

2007-11-06 Thread dapawprint
I support this cause and have donated; do you, have you? When I was 12 years old, my Great Aunt (70 years old at the time) would drag her aluminum lawn chair down to the Little League field every summer Thursday; certainly you have similar memories! Think Future. This is once chance to