[AsburyPark] Parking article in Today's APP

2013-08-29 Thread oakdorf
So I wrote: Misleading article. Read on: 1. Pay for Parking is nothing new - just in AP now that it was PUT BACK after years of not being needed. See http://www.asburyboardwalk.com/cards/c6.htm old map for parking along with rates circa 1964... 2. The article FAILED to mention the pay by

[AsburyPark] Re: Apartments for Rent - 732 Ocean Ave Long Branch

2013-08-27 Thread oakdorf
Give me a call/text 732-539-2914 /email. I don't own them, but if and when you are ready, come take a look and we can always put an offer in - even if you need a temp place. dd --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Sandro Mascarenhas sanxoxo@... wrote: Dear Oakdorf (David?), How are you? I

[AsburyPark] bulletproof vests are a complicated issue for firefighters....

2013-08-27 Thread oakdorf
as are cameras that function, street lights that function schools that function The danger of being shot is real for first responders in Asbury Park, says Robert Fahnholz, the president of International Association of Fire Fighters Local 384 — and that's why he says bulletproof vests for city

[AsburyPark] How long branch handles Certificate of Occupancy

2013-08-27 Thread oakdorf
anytime you want to put a new tenant in, they check your sewer tax and property tax - not current on taxes, you can't apply for a certificate of occupancy. and they are pretty tough on inspections. don't like it, don't be a landlord - in Long Branch.

[AsburyPark] Taxes taxes taxes....

2013-08-26 Thread oakdorf
Up up and away. I still say the AVG they use isn't quite right. Looks like only another $20 month... - like having a cosmo on the boardwalk off happy hour. but for those above average it's a bigger hit. You need new construction that is taxable to help soften this what look like little hits

[AsburyPark] Apartments for Rent - 732 Ocean Ave Long Branch

2013-08-26 Thread oakdorf
I have 17 apartments FOR RENT in Long Branch on Ocean Ave near the Big Red Church - and Lake Tak. Corner of Sternberger and Ocean Ave 732 Ocean Ave - One Bedroom: $1200 Two Bedroom: $1400 No pets (cat maybe) Credit, 1.5 month security deposit Brokers receive 1/2 month rent as

[AsburyPark] Re: Check out Convention Hall sections to remain closed indefinitely

2013-08-15 Thread oakdorf
Smart decision... Start by removing the entire ceiling of the walkways- should of been done YEARS ago. dig up some old engineering reports. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, asburysteve@... wrote: _Convention Hall sections to remain closed indefinitely | The Asbury Park Press NJ |

[AsburyPark] Neptune/OG Enacts Rent Control.

2013-08-15 Thread oakdorf
Interesting. 1. Need to enact property tax control 2. Need to build NICE CLEAN rent affordable units - without panic about the word affordable. Sample: Delray Beach http://www.livethefranklin.com/ Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the

[AsburyPark] GSFF

2013-07-24 Thread oakdorf
in today's press On the GSFF maybe looking for a new home - given that MM and city have issue with CH/Paramount. One interested municipality is Atlantic City, where the city's Casino Reinvestment Development Authority board heard a proposal from representatives of the Garden State Film

[AsburyPark] Re: Does it matter in AP anymore if...

2013-07-08 Thread oakdorf
Sharon, I totally thought of you as I wrote that. I always respected your lessons and recall that you and your husband raised some good kids. 1. The Senior Center. You should call them 732-988-5252 . Im sure they would love to have you there. 2. The election. Again, I agree 100% . If people

[AsburyPark] Does it matter in AP anymore if...

2013-07-03 Thread oakdorf
what race the person is who is leading the city. That should be the least of the issues in AP. There is NO correlation to race and success of a city or it's people. Matter of fact, many towns in NJ should MERGE, use shared services and be run by professionals. Most everyone who ran in this

[AsburyPark] Re: Check out Campbell expected to be new Mayor ‹ Asbury Park Sun

2013-07-01 Thread oakdorf
Only In!AsburyPark Off to a great start, one big happy family. And over at the BOE nice to see an old super from Ocean Twp come over as a temp to help improve the 49% graduation rate and oversee $90 million in 94% state funded monies. the new mayor and whomever comes in as city mgr has

[AsburyPark] Wanted:North Beach Rentals -

2013-06-30 Thread oakdorf
North Beach : Need year round andlong summer - July to Sept 30. Also needed for next year 6 month rentals. Also downtown area long term rentals. Thanks. asburyparkrealestate.com asburyboardwalk.com David Dorfman Gilman Commercial Realty LLC 732-517-0088 dorfman.da...@gmail.com

[AsburyPark] New to Market -Rental Apartments in West End / Long Branch

2013-06-25 Thread oakdorf
I will have around 20 rental apartments coming on the market in September for year round rental in Long Branch/West End . NICE one and two bedroom units. On site super and staff. 9 TWO Bedroom Units. 10 ONE Bedroom Units. Ocean ave Fountain Gardens. Call David Dorfman Gilman Commercial

[AsburyPark] Re: Check out Large brawl reported outside Asbury nightclub ‹ Asbury Park Sun

2013-06-24 Thread oakdorf
well that explains the yellow tape around 2:30 am when i had to pick up my crew down the BW. Seemed pretty rowdy yesterday afternoon. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, asburysteve@... wrote: _Large brawl reported outside Asbury nightclub ‹ Asbury Park Sun_

[AsburyPark] meter expired for 10 minutes and ...wham...ticket.

2013-06-20 Thread oakdorf
Make sure you put in for a few minutes more - ain't no grace period. Someone told me the other day they were in a show on a wed night - headed out to put mo in - and had already received a ticket Wed - 9:46 pm . He was ticked that he was ticketed. (reminds me of 5th grade grammar class) I

[AsburyPark] Re: Check out New council will replace Asbury City Manager

2013-06-12 Thread oakdorf
Give reidy some credit for surviving the asylum for that long. Still years of work to even get things automated or retrievable via a computer. He should be happy and enjoy his retirement package. Earned it as far as the system goes. Yahoo! Groups

[AsburyPark] BOARDWALK Questions....

2013-06-12 Thread oakdorf
Had a nice dinner at Stella tonight - invited some people down and they took me out. Got to watch my son work - very enjoyable. 1. Noticed they added three of the new lights on the bw - one was lit. Looked real nice - much better then the parkway lights on the bw. 2. We walked after dinner

[AsburyPark] Former Tommy's Coal Pizza Ocean Twp NOW FOR LEASE w/Liquor

2013-06-11 Thread oakdorf
We just listed the former Tommmy's Coal Fired Pizza in Ocean Township - Corner of Rt 35 and West Park Ave. Tommy's will continue Red Bank and Brick Locations. COMPLETE TURN KEY. Completely remodeled inside and out. Fully Equipped Seating for 168 plus Liquor License Bar Area TV's in Bar

[AsburyPark] Tons of books/cds for sale

2013-06-10 Thread oakdorf
Basement is getting crowded as I picked up some big collections. I'm not into keeping stuff around - so look - over 3,000 books and cds Something for everyone www.amazon.com/shops/foundbooksbydavid Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the

[AsburyPark] Re: Tons of books/cds for sale

2013-06-10 Thread oakdorf
Yep. there's a lot better way to spend time. This is one of those late at night projects. I could be doing a million other things. One of my son's friend did some data entry for me some time ago. He didn't do a bad job, but I don't ship if it isn't described correctly or near. Never

[AsburyPark] Re: Tons of books/cds for sale

2013-06-10 Thread oakdorf
those and the around 3,000 I sold the past two years. stocking up now for oct - dec Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional

[AsburyPark] Parking spot numbers...and mobile app

2013-06-06 Thread oakdorf
Are there plans to repaint the spot numbers - at least on first ave - if you're a regular you might be able to figure your spot number - but I watched a number of people guess at the spot number - because they are worn out. City should consider going to zone parking - as far as the mobile

[AsburyPark] dog parks...

2013-05-29 Thread oakdorf
I like the beach - but others may like http://www.dog-on-it-parks.com/ they build dog parks.. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your email settings: Individual Email |

[AsburyPark] asburyparkrealestate.com and asburyboardwalk.com

2013-05-28 Thread oakdorf
Putting these up for Joint Venture opportunities . Great lead generation. Open to ideas. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your email settings: Individual Email |

[AsburyPark] Correction Re: State Inspections

2013-05-14 Thread oakdorf
Thank you Werner - we are both kind of right and wrong... See the exceptions which should be eliminated anyway. If one unit is owner occupied, then they change. It was 1-4 as a rule. Better to own a 3 family or less, then you avoid the mess. The real issue is landlords and all property

[AsburyPark] Re: Randy Thompson for City Council

2013-05-14 Thread oakdorf
housing stock. This would help quality of life, home values and possibly rectify some of our nearly 20% vacancy rate. Thanks. Randy --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf oakdorf@ wrote: good luck. On the issue of landlords in the city (and state) - consider that many

[AsburyPark] Re: Randy Thompson for City Council

2013-05-13 Thread oakdorf
good luck. On the issue of landlords in the city (and state) - consider that many of these homes are rent subsidized - meaning that that are SUPPOSED to be inspected by: The funding source's inspectors YEARLY - if state Section 8 - then Monmouth County inspects yearly - if another Housing

[AsburyPark] Short Term NYC Rental Available

2013-05-10 Thread oakdorf
2 Gold Street (Financial District) Corner Maiden Lane. 15th Floor. Windows - 1 Bedroom , Lrg Living room, Kitchen with SS Appliance. Building top notch - indoor lap pool, roof top deck, roof top lounge, laundry room next to gym and deck. Doorman etc - real nice. Two closets! $3,000 month

[AsburyPark] Single family homes and prices inAP

2013-05-09 Thread oakdorf
Since I've been kind of tracking single family home prices in AP the past 10 years I think this is the lowest inventory. Currently 54 single family homes are in the MLS. At the same time prices given everything else seem to risen again to new levels. I didn't look at what has actually sold the

[AsburyPark] Re: Single family homes and prices inAP

2013-05-09 Thread oakdorf
PART 2: 46 single family homes reported sold in AP since 5/1/2012 - data from the MLS. Most west side. Some sold over ask - others 1-15% below ask. No rules in real estate - despite what an agent may tell you. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your

[AsburyPark] Schools ?

2013-05-06 Thread oakdorf
Has anyone ever tracked a student who has traveled from PRE-K to Graduation in AP? In other words, can someone break down some data that shows over the past 12-14 years: 1. Longevity of kids in the school system (exmaple - what grade they started in the system at - Pre-k, 4th grade, 9th

[AsburyPark] Re: Check out Asbury Middle School classified as ‘significantly lagging’ on state

2013-05-03 Thread oakdorf
A shame. HS also has lousy SAT scores and under 400 students - decrease from previous year. Impressive to get a good football team with so few students. SO much money at all these different programs in AP along with school dollars. All non-profits in AP and programs should be under one

[AsburyPark] Re: It does matter

2013-04-30 Thread oakdorf
I tailed off - It may not matter who gets elected is the point without being able to deliver a real plan of action. Note the real plan of action. Not living in AP, but being there everyday more or less and having some interest (not as owner) in a building or 2 - there HAS been a difference

[AsburyPark] Here's a thought... Long Branch takes step toward Transit Village Zoning

2013-04-30 Thread oakdorf
The main area around the Transportation Center, the gateway to AP by rail and bus - is no doubt a __. So take a few notes from Long Branch and begin going for a transit zoning under NJ DOT According to the NJ DOT, the Transit Village seeks to reduce traffic congestion and improve

[AsburyPark] Re: Editorial in the Coaster

2013-04-29 Thread oakdorf
To me, the BIG question is that with SO many qualified people running (as per the bios that have been posted) - how come all those bad things still exist? So far seems like a lot of buzz words... Tossing hundreds of millions at the problems doesn't seem to be the answer so what is? For the

[AsburyPark] Re: Roughly 400 properties in AP are tax exempt - $63 million assessed value

2013-04-24 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Doug M dougandcathy_mcqueen@... wrote: Hopefully my comment didn't sound as if I intended to It did come across It did they way I read it - which sent me off... thanks Now as for the McMansions 5 bedrooms plus etc - They typically are OVERTAXED relative

[AsburyPark] ..What's more, at least at Wesley Grove, there is NOT ONE KID in the school sys

2013-04-19 Thread oakdorf
Doug wrote... What's more, at least at Wesley Grove, there is NOT ONE KID in the school system using up those precious resources. Add to that the fact that those buildings are new and modern, which means they are less of a risk and burden to the City fire department. Doug, I guess Dan and

[AsburyPark] Re: Roughly 400 properties in AP are tax exempt - $63 million assessed value

2013-04-19 Thread oakdorf
Well, I see we agree. I responded to your point how some people have NO KIDS using the resources as if therefore, those people shouldn;t be obligated to pay their portion of school taxes - or garbage, ems etc And my the $84,000 note was in response to a asburyparksun.com and APP

[AsburyPark] NEWS FLASH! - The Average Single Family assessment in AP is $84,000 ...or is it?

2013-04-11 Thread oakdorf
Well that according to the AsburyParkSun and The BOE. The only way I see that number - in wasting time looking at the tax records - Is to take All the single family properties as per the tax records (when you run it comes not 100% correct) If you follow those results you get $269,549,615.00.

[AsburyPark] “I own the lots,” Cheripka said. “There will be a resolution.”

2013-04-10 Thread oakdorf
smart guy That's class. There's a reason not to talk to media or let your PR people do it for you. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your email settings: Individual Email |

[AsburyPark] Recycling and north beach dunes..

2013-04-10 Thread oakdorf
Its nice all that helped to build the dunes...next time someone should think that you can use old lumber for the posts or stakes not new lumberand to attach the fencing you don't need decking screws..cheaper to use a nail. But I wasn't there to volunteer. Just thought given all the good

[AsburyPark] Re: MM pays $188,000 in taxes on CH - can they PAY ZERO?

2013-04-09 Thread oakdorf
456,000 land 2,900,000 building. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj wernerapnj@... wrote: What is the assessed value of ConHall... Land ? Building ? Werner --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf oakdorf@ wrote: Looked at Count Basie and Two River - they pay ZERO

[AsburyPark] How to fund work at ch

2013-04-09 Thread oakdorf
The trump or revel approach. Just do it. Then file bankruptcy. They could as a seperate LLC. The co that dies the work I mean if...get paid up front. That would be dirty Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[AsburyPark] Re: MM pays $188,000 in taxes on CH - can they PAY ZERO?

2013-04-09 Thread oakdorf
City should encourage more lots - taxed more than Vacant land... one is improved (lot) vs vacant land more on asburyparkrealestate.com ... $10,000 for land between 4th ave Pav and 5th Ave Pav $50,000 for 5th Ave Pav (Mccloone, bike shop etc) Sunset Ave Pav $36,000 year $34,000 year for

[AsburyPark] algonquin in manasquan....

2013-04-09 Thread oakdorf
Pays zero in taxes. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to:

[AsburyPark] a blurb on the 'net about music in AP...

2013-04-09 Thread oakdorf
Ms. Lipson tried to get a meeting with Madison Marquette's president, Gary Mottola, for weeks to make her pitch. She finally got it on a recent morning in a sunbaked conference room. Ms. Lipson was in a black skirt and sleeveless top and big sunglasses, Mr. Mottola in a Stone Pony T-shirt; a

[AsburyPark] APP - another good followup to CH bullshit....

2013-04-08 Thread oakdorf
Werner quoted... Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it, said Werner Baumgartner, a city resident and historian. To me, it's very sad to see Asbury Park struggling the way it is with such a great asset. and in the comments below: Another great said (Dan S) MM must go.

[AsburyPark] MM owned by Capital Guidance...

2013-04-08 Thread oakdorf
with offices in Washington Beruit Paris Geneva so says the website. A few of tech money centers of the world Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your email settings:

[AsburyPark] IStar trading at near 52 week high

2013-04-08 Thread oakdorf
shook off the bankruptcy fear (bs) and rode the market up coulda shoulda... smd people want to have a fund raiser meanwhile people are homeless and hungry and out of work. Close it down, genius. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web,

[AsburyPark] threats not to have events at Pony....

2013-04-08 Thread oakdorf
it's over crowed as well.. even the summer stage area. M likes the CASH generating parking lot - like a piggy bank. Putting a pay station in takes away the cash. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[AsburyPark] Re: MM will not renegotiate anything until after May14 elections.......

2013-04-08 Thread oakdorf
good point. but the average joe won't do that. It's either all or none. however, when you pick your friends...you get associated even if you are the good kid. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Brian Watkins cbrianwatkins@... wrote: There is not a single ticket that can accomplish that

[AsburyPark] MM pays $188,000 in taxes on CH - can they PAY ZERO?

2013-04-08 Thread oakdorf
Looked at Count Basie and Two River - they pay ZERO ($0.00) in taxes. So if MM moves the whole thing to a non-profit or can they pay less in taxes - with some smarter tax setup? Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[AsburyPark] Turn on tv

2013-04-07 Thread oakdorf
And greeted with Murder in Asbury Park. And officials have to deal with mm threats not to have events. Somone should hey. Its your building do what the f you want. We have more pressing issues. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go

[AsburyPark] Turn on tv

2013-04-07 Thread oakdorf
And greeted with Murder in Asbury Park. And officials have to deal with mm threats not to have events. Somone should hey. Its your building do what the f you want. We have more pressing issues. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go

[AsburyPark] Its bon jovi's fault. Todays press on ch bamboozle

2013-04-07 Thread oakdorf
Id like to ask the real question How much did bamboozle really cost the city ...all the prep not accounted for etc. In the end did the city really make any money. Oh and i get the exposure bit. I spend lot on advertising to brand things. The city should bend over to make everyone money

[AsburyPark] Turn tv and

2013-04-07 Thread oakdorf
Greeted with Murder in asbury park Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to:

[AsburyPark] Passing of Chuck Yopp..

2013-04-05 Thread oakdorf
Note... Chuck Yopp formerly of Ocean Township and author of Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J: The Bruce Springsteen photo discovery [Jan 01, 1983] Passed away March 30. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[AsburyPark] Tennis Courts...

2013-04-04 Thread oakdorf
let's go back for the reason for the tennis courts - - something like to bring the community together give the kids blah blah - somewhere maybe 5 years ago they paid people to engineer it etc etc - probably another million for a 100,000 or less job. Just a guess. tennis program only

[AsburyPark] More on Pickleball coming to Jersey Shore

2013-04-04 Thread oakdorf
Twitter: @jspickleball Gmail: jspickleb...@gmail.com FB: http://goo.gl/RPBRE (short url link) Learn more. Court info on FB page. Website tomorrow. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[AsburyPark] Re: Pickelball anyone?

2013-04-03 Thread oakdorf
Looking for anyone looking to learn and okay. Trying to get a league organized --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf oakdorf@... wrote: Age is no barrier. Met a few guys in florida who return to the shore for the summer looking to get together. Might be in spring lake area. I need

[AsburyPark] Pickelball anyone?

2013-04-02 Thread oakdorf
Age is no barrier. Met a few guys in florida who return to the shore for the summer looking to get together. Might be in spring lake area. I need to find unused tennis courts and or towns willing to convert a few to pickelball. Half the size of a tennis court and fun. Fb page coming as the web

[AsburyPark] Thoughts

2013-04-01 Thread oakdorf
1. Spite yourself and your tenants. 2. Pension money disappearing for blind investing 3. Long branch breaking ground on extension of pier village. This phase condos for sale. 4. Time to do the 4th Ave pavilion and west portion of carousel. Most expensive catshelter 4th Ave. Sorry. 5. Move

[AsburyPark] Mottola resigns

2013-04-01 Thread oakdorf
1. Mm to replace GM 2. Parking fees to rise by .50 per hour 3. Liquor 1% city liquor tax in AP 4. Metro homes to return and begin construction. 5. New firehouse finally approved 6. Carousel plans released 7. Sixth Ave pavilion to become hard rock a few and Beach club 8. Pizza will be

[AsburyPark] Henry v sr on fb

2013-04-01 Thread oakdorf
Lends his support to mm. Different view. More depth Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to:

[AsburyPark] Pension Funds

2013-03-30 Thread oakdorf
There's a real reason why pension fund money should be put into secure investments. But not to worry, because you can't lose when that pension money is secure - not like the average schlep who invested wisely only to be wiped out by corp fraud - and to take that nice secure interest rate to pay

[AsburyPark] Asbury Park LinkedIn Group

2013-03-28 Thread oakdorf
Around 100 good people on now. Join and be prepared. a Good mix of professionals and others interested in the SUCCESS of AP. Interested in AP - then join the LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/Asbury-Park-1631407 Yahoo! Groups Links * To

[AsburyPark] What high cost to build?

2013-03-28 Thread oakdorf
That's the funniest thing I heard. Let me tell you 1. Istar is smart. 2. There is a huge demand for apartment buildings and for approved developmentzforget the fact its in the OCEAN. 3.this is the hottest rental market for developers. 4. Now to build material ain't getting cheaper. Labor is.

[AsburyPark] Re: Check out Madison Marquette: Without parking lots,

2013-03-27 Thread oakdorf
From a FB post... I advise everyone to not take part in this...This is a sensitive issue and it is between the developers and the city. Please everyone...Sit tight..There are too many rumours and viscious lies going on...I know...Lance and I have been here since the begining of the

[AsburyPark] Re: Check out Madison Marquette: Without parking lots,

2013-03-27 Thread oakdorf
, oakdorf oakdorf@... wrote: ** From a FB post... I advise everyone to not take part in this...This is a sensitive issue and it is between the developers and the city. Please everyone...Sit tight..There are too many rumours and viscious lies going on...I know...Lance and I have been

[AsburyPark] Pizza

2013-03-27 Thread oakdorf
Pizza can someone sell pizza on the boardwalkweirdest thing. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change

[AsburyPark] Re: The only way to deal with a cold hearted company.......

2013-03-26 Thread oakdorf
1. Brian, try now FBooking em. With some class. you like them then hit them. Did with nordstroms, got my $ back, the ladders.com got my Recurring fee, timewarner, etc. Companies have to really take a good look at HOW and WHY they use non-social media like twitter, fb and all the other bs -

[AsburyPark] Re: CH Sprinklers...

2013-03-19 Thread oakdorf
no. but you can search for Madison Marquette on twitter and see some news and some of their ee's tweets. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Brian Watkins cbrianwatkins@... wrote: Does madison marquette have a twitter account? On Mar 18, 2013 1:38 PM, oakdorf oakdorf@... wrote

[AsburyPark] CH Sprinklers...

2013-03-18 Thread oakdorf
...from the asburyparksun.com The requirement to install sprinklers in nearly all of historic Convention Hall is very expensive — we've received quotes for the work in excess of $1 million, said Fusco. The building is costly to operate — it runs at a significant loss every year — and to invest

[AsburyPark] Re: CH Sprinklers...

2013-03-18 Thread oakdorf
in reality, it shouldn't open WITHOUT sprinklers - not for one event. Ever try to gt a CO (certificate of occupancy) for a house/apartment without a working smoke detector or Carbon alarm?? Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[AsburyPark] IStar's Cheripka Letter to Editor ...

2013-03-11 Thread oakdorf
simplified explanation of Bond deal. Well done. http://www.app.com/article/20130310/NJOPINION03/303100021/CHERIPKA-Progress-waterfront Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your

[AsburyPark] Re: Rita marano's letter to ed on app.com on Bond Support to IStar

2013-02-04 Thread oakdorf
on a real balance sheet, the city, like many others in the US and NJ, IS BANKRUPT. You won't be able to fund the pensions and accumulated sick time in AP - well not without state aid or some other funny accounting. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit

[AsburyPark] Rita marano's letter to ed on app.com on Bond Support to IStar

2013-02-01 Thread oakdorf
(after which someone commented - imagine if you had to pay school taxes..) and it wasn't me. HER Letter Say no to the Asbury Park bond plan. What I really want to say is: Say no to the Asbury Park bond scam. The City Council and city manager have concocted a sham wherein the city would

[AsburyPark] Re: Another Whitewash

2013-01-18 Thread oakdorf
For a couple $ you could hire an architect buy some columns, fieldstone,siding,led lighting artist and create a unique facade incorporating a natural look. No stucco or vinyl Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[AsburyPark] Re: The Defacing of Asbury Park

2013-01-08 Thread oakdorf
Hopefully the new construction will be void of flat , bland stucco from top to bottom . Hopefully the VIVE will be finished as the pics show. In my mind, I have list of interesting buildings in AP - has someone ever published a list and the reason why they are worthy - Post Building

[AsburyPark] Taxes

2013-01-07 Thread oakdorf
Do some homework. The state if nj has a study in abutments. One noted issue...schools being excluded. City benefits IF controlled right. City should then make payments to schools. Schools state funds will be reduced. Burden then shifts to taxpayers. No kids or one hundred. You avoid the fact

[AsburyPark] Istar-city tax deal...it's all about the kids

2012-12-27 Thread oakdorf
...The county will receive five percent of the payment, as required by law, and the school district will not receive payment. A broken system. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/

[AsburyPark] Books, CDs, Vinyls...

2012-11-28 Thread oakdorf
All priced to sell. Inventory changing everyday: Over 2500 books including some from mid 1800's, cds, dvds, vinyls (more to be added) - jazz, classical etc. Also have unlised big box of jazz/classical cassettes - musical heritage society etc. http://www.amazon.com/shops/foundbooksbydavid

[AsburyPark] 2 bedroom available 2nd week of Dec in Ocean Twp.

2012-11-06 Thread oakdorf
My 10 year long tenant is moving - I'll have a two bedroom, one bath. House is about 14x70 - - 1 bedroom is 12x14 with closet - 1 bedroom is around 8x10 with closet - living room is 10x 13 - eat in kitchen will hold a small table for 2 - dining / laundry area take a table for 4 - bathroom

[AsburyPark] Re: laptops

2012-10-28 Thread oakdorf
Built in verizon hot spot on samsung galaxy - gives access to a group. Charged up or a portable hot spot... --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, cbrianwatkins@... wrote: Now if we only had battery powered modems/routers Good luck everyone! Thank you, C. Brian Watkins

[AsburyPark] Re: Check out Bamboozle will not return to Asbury in 2013 ‹ Asbury Park Sun

2012-10-26 Thread oakdorf
While the location was neat not the best for making the most $ out of the bamboozle franchise... Easier to have it the race track then schlepping everyone to ap... easy setup, host a bigger crowd/event with less risk and costs = more cash for the vendors and promoters. And the track can handle

[AsburyPark] Re: Check out Bamboozle will not return to Asbury in 2013 ‹ Asbury Park Sun

2012-10-26 Thread oakdorf
@... -Original Message- From: oakdorf oakdorf@... Sender: AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com Date: Fri, 26 Oct 2012 16:20:00 To: AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com Reply-To: AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com Subject: [AsburyPark] Re: Check out Bamboozle will not return to Asbury in 2013 ‹ Asbury Park Sun

[AsburyPark] Rent Hikes @ Stephen manor

2012-10-19 Thread oakdorf
http://asburyparksun.com/residents-protest-rent-hikes-at-stephen-manor-vita-gardens/ Residents received a letter on Sept. 21 saying monthly rents would increase to $950 per one-bedroom unit; $1250 per two-bedroom unit; $1600 per three-bedroom unit; and $1900 per four-bedroom unit.

[AsburyPark] books, cds, vinyls-

2012-10-15 Thread oakdorf
1800+ - as far back as 1871 for the books. Saving them from mansion tear downs some classics in VG+ condition along with jazz and classical cds. Also a load of jaz vinyls not listed. http://tinyurl.com/9nqowhz Another 1,000 books as well not listed.

[AsburyPark] Accounting...

2012-10-09 Thread oakdorf
It's cause spending exceeds income. Like my house. All someone has to do is take a few minutes and read the budget line by line. and you'll never be able to pay salaries, and all that saved sick and v time either. Just keep on pushing off what you owe down the line to someone comes along with

[AsburyPark] 101 thoughts....

2012-09-24 Thread oakdorf
1. millions spent on red light cameras and new poles...all around NJ - not in AP yet. 2. few if any street cameras to MAYBE deter crime 3. someone calls city hall about opening a new business that would create jobs in an existing manufacturing type of building...and gets thrown to a million

[AsburyPark] books, cds, vinyl -

2012-09-24 Thread oakdorf
I have a large collection of books and CDs (Jazz, classical) for sale on Amazon - constantly being updated around 1500 items as of today. http://goo.gl/cZiQ0 Most are priced to sell - as I don't believe in inventory. Also have a huge collection (maybe 700) of Jazz/Blues, Classical Vinyls not

[AsburyPark] Re: How others see Asbury Park....

2012-09-12 Thread oakdorf
In reality sports are great for school spirit and pride. Most of us grew up geting our ass kicked on dirt and stone fields or on our street. For grass we headed over to the golf course. Then along came lawyers and artificial turf. As for grades improving grades - well none of us here have

[AsburyPark] ?? A shame. The summer camp program at the Boys and Girls Club ..

2012-08-13 Thread oakdorf
ASBURY PARK — The summer camp program at the Boys and Girls Club of Monmouth County ended Friday – three weeks early – because of club finances, executive director Douglas Eagles said. It usually runs until Aug. 31, but this is a way to ensure our financial viability to reopen in the fall,

[AsburyPark] Re: AP Pop Warner / Donations

2012-08-06 Thread oakdorf
Go for a NFL Grant. Much like I think Little League received some funding from MLB through a program. Post a Pop Warner Mailing Address and Check info. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[AsburyPark] Re: Auto Body Repair

2012-08-02 Thread oakdorf
I used Richs autobody on Asbury Ave - about 16000 of work when my neighbor rammed our jeep and bmw. On the bmw they had to cut the rear qt panel up to the roof and rear window out - trunk etc - matched up paint and all. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, newguysinasbury jim.heston@... wrote:

[AsburyPark] Re: Where Music Lives? NOT

2012-07-30 Thread oakdorf
1. Its nice o see the tine and effort you put in Russ. 2. Never own something trendy. Fashionable elegant great view etc. Trends end. You are as good as your bartenderslocation helps the cool part. Then trends go to now where...ports etc. Bacca? Only as good as long as someone else

[AsburyPark] Re: Housing vs Hospitality

2012-07-18 Thread oakdorf
no one wants to invest 3+ million and not make money. Then you need the land on which to build. Can't say the Empress is family friendly and more or less the Berk is the same. AP on the whole isn't really family friendly - from eating to sleeping and most will say that's not the intent. Does

[AsburyPark] Re: Check out Drum circle seeks new Saturday night home ‹ Asbury Park Sun

2012-07-18 Thread oakdorf
well at least when nothing was happening (or is) the circle made me stop a few times. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional

[AsburyPark] Re: Downtown Gas Regulators

2012-06-25 Thread oakdorf
working. been following the asburyparksun.com Some facebook stuff: There's over 5500 people on there - get a quick hit of comments if I post a picture and let other's comment - so ica can say social media on the old resume. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Asbury-Boardwalk/214673948563826

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