[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-26 Thread FleurDeLis
I don't remember there, being 2 ferris wheels. I remember 2 carousels, 1 in the Palace and 1 across the street in the Casino. When you stated the ferris wheel should be placed in its' original place, where was that? I only saw one, in the Palace! I noticed in the artists' drawing, there is one

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread fancypaaantz
The 8th Ave beach is the surfing beach. I would be very upset if that were made private. As much as it bothers me that it gets crowded now, I like having the option of surfing within walking distance of my house. In the app.com article, the wading pool is part of the beach club: The current

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread fancypaaantz
Think about it this way AP needs a full service fitness club. The natatorium was part of AP's history... If someone could go back to old photos and design a new building that looks like the old natatorium, but modernizes it with a fitness club component and a beach club component, that

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Work-Out-World (WOW) into the Sunset Ave pavili They went to Seaview Square, across from Costco. Werner more room, more parking. Gyms need lots of parking. Go to WOW a seaview at 6pm. Goof thing lowes isn't there. Lot

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, apoojo [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ... maybe one day this will be mootolaville, i hope not but if we give them everything that is where we are headed, let common sense prevail, lets increase beach traffic retail traffic special events traffic, and at the

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Think about it this way AP needs a full service fitness club. The natatorium was part of AP's history... If someone could go back to old photos and design a new building that looks like the old natatorium, but

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread MarioAPNJ
Thanks for that link. I was looking for this one: _Monte Carlo Swimming Pool Asbury Park, NJ_ (http://www.cardcow.com/100654/monte-carlo-swimming-pool-asbury-park-us-state-town-views-new-jersey-asbury-park /) Ah, yes! In a message dated 1/25/2008 12:09:15 P.M. Eastern Standard

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread charlie
I think we can look foward to the boardwalk having a lot of high end retails, and a gym of some sort. Look around, look what's being built. All these high end condos, some million dollar, are going to want these high end facilties. There's no way around that. I just hope they mix it up

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread charlie
fancypaaantz - Your ideas sound good. Who knows what will happen. Weren't there talks about a fitness club of some sort? Aside from the beach club? I don't remember exactly, but i'm sure someone will correct me. I think the beach club on 8th ave was to be built on the eastern

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread justifiedright
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, dfsavgny [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Do not misinterpret my silence here on many of these issues as no longer caring. I do as fervently as before. Dan everybody knows that my brother! You passed all the tests. You're a stinkin' local now like the rest of us

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread dfsavgny
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Somehow, it has to be recouped by the one doing the work. It;s called profit - the reward for the idea and the MONEY and listening to the armchair qb's. And, we WILL NOT go over again the fact that the WRA was poorly written

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread dfsavgny
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: More brain-storming... lets go... Enough brain storming. We need action and money. Someone needs to put up the dough. If you can bring an investor in, do it. The problem is the DEAL. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: More brain-storming... lets go... Werner Money. Money. Money. There's plenty of AP's kiddie rides and games all in storage. Purchased by one collector. Theproblem is, you don't own the land. Yahoo! Groups

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: . This all started with a beach club surrounding an 18 inch pool. That is not doing it right, in my view. And, I think that is a big old waste of money. To you and I it might be a waste of money. But if have kids,

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread fancypaaantz
Remembering also that history is also one of AP's biggest assets. So, after some of the main buildings (except the casino project, as that is huge and will likely be on a slower track) are restored and being used to generate $$, then focus can be shifted to rebuilding history, one project at a

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread MarioAPNJ
In a message dated 1/25/2008 8:33:59 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Think bigger... Not just a gym. Picture a four story natatorium that looks like the old one. On --- In [EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com) , [EMAIL PROTECTED], Ma I always

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Think bigger... Not just a gym. Picture a four story natatorium that looks like the old one. On the ground floor, a large, heated indoor pool surrounded by lounge chairs. Large windows facing the ocean that have

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread MarioAPNJ
I always thought the gym in Belmar, on Ocean Ave, was a great location for them; but I never saw any people in there, even during the peak summer months. Maybe too many distractions for working out -- or poor management... In a message dated 1/25/2008 7:41:34 A.M. Eastern Standard Time,

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread fancypaaantz
Everything takes $$. But it is not just about being an arm chair quarterback... We are all consumers here. Even if we do not have the money to build anyhthing ourselves, do we not have the voice to say what we would and would not spend our money on? Maybe no one will read this, but if more AP

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, dfsavgny [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj wernerapnj@ wrote: More brain-storming... lets go... Enough brain storming. We need action and money. Someone needs to put up the dough. If you can bring an investor in, do

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread charlie
I don't know if i like the idea of recreaeting the building from the past known as the Natatorium. The building has been gone for decades, it's gone. A new building that serves the same function as the Natatorium once did would be good. The back end of the Casino should be rebuilt

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread fancypaaantz
Think bigger... Not just a gym. Picture a four story natatorium that looks like the old one. On the ground floor, a large, heated indoor pool surrounded by lounge chairs. Large windows facing the ocean that have screens for summer and hurricane coverings for storms. Also locker rooms, saunas,

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread fancypaaantz
I hear ya. Although the swans is not an easy project either. That would require dredging/cleaning the lake. And that mini golf place this past summer was horrible. They could not even spring for some decent speakers to play the radio. Hurt my ears every time I went by. I am not saying

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Pick a project, figure out how it can generate $$, build a business plan, consider the history of the area, and build and complete that project before moving on. Instead of throwing a bunch of stuff at the wall

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread MarioAPNJ
lol We keep hearing each other. Like preaching to the choir. [EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) writes: I hear ya. Although the swans is not an easy project either. That would require dredging/cleaning the lake. Until that happens, use the swan boat image/replicas on the

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread MarioAPNJ
In a message dated 1/25/2008 10:33:59 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: History does indeed have value ($$$) - However some of your suggestions are what some would call 'being a slave to history'. Not that it is, but be careful suggesting a backward going restoration.

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread fancypaaantz
The old one looked like a pretty large structure. http://www.cardcow.com/25986/boardwalk-at-natatorium-asbury-park-us- state-town-views-new-jersey-asbury-park/ Ah well, I am keeping my opinions to myself then. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread rook782
Two stories should be the max on the pavillions. If we want to go this extensive, why not rebuild the ocean side of the casino and put in all these features. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Think bigger... Not just a gym. Picture a four story

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Remembering also that history is also one of AP's biggest assets. So, after some of the main buildings (except the casino project, as that is huge and will likely be on a slower track) are restored and being used

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, rook782 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Two stories should be the max on the pavillions. If we want to go this extensive, why not rebuild the ocean side of the casino and put in all these features.

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread charlie
I thought MM would know what their doing? I think they stil do? I don't know. let's see what they do. - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread charlie
I don't want to cut and past everything you listed, but good ideas Werner! There could be two farris wheels however. Are there still plans to rebuilding part of the palace? Or has that boat left? I havn't heard anyone mention anything about it recently. I havn't scene or heard any

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread charlie
It looks large, but i think it's still only 2 stories - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread fancypaaantz
I do not think any of the new things should be copied from history, so much as inspired by history with a modern twist/purpose. What originally started my thinking along the lines of the Natatorium, was the idea of an 18 inch pool. I was thinking, ugggh, after all those plans and speeches, is

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-25 Thread charlie
Oh and to that comment about the Stone Pony, if anything, that building should be restored or expanded, not torn down! Restored to what? I think it's about as close to the orginal now as you're gonna get! With the expection of some utility problems.

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There were two issues of concern raised at last nights presentation. The lack of public restrooms and the use of the 'green-spaces'. The shack at 1st Ave is proposed to be a restroom and the only others are to be at

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread Allan Peterson
, 2008 9:19:39 AM Subject: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals --- In [EMAIL PROTECTED] ups.com, wernerapnj wernerapnj@ ... wrote: There were two issues of concern raised at last nights presentation. The lack of public restrooms and the use of the 'green-spaces' . The shack at 1st Ave

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Allan Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Again we we are hearing temporary fixes. Great time for Madison to come in, and get what they want. I just worry that 5 years from now that temporary will still be in sight. I think deep down, this is what some

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread Jack Pitzer
Meanwhile, what's going on with The Esp.? Does anybody have any news concerning that? --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Allan Peterson nnjallans1@ wrote: Again we we are hearing temporary fixes. Great time for Madison to

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread dfsavgny
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Jack Pitzer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Meanwhile, what's going on with The Esp.? Does anybody have any news concerning that? I am working on it but cannot speak. trying to find a solution in the best interest of the city. Be patient. Yahoo! Groups Links

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread Allan Peterson
The longer they are off the job, the harder it will be for Metro to come back. - Original Message From: Jack Pitzer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 24, 2008 10:31:44 AM Subject: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals Meanwhile, what's going

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread charlie
It looks like work is still going on there, but at a snail pace? Or maybe they were still organizing their left over materials. That's most likley it. Charlie - Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search.

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread dfsavgny
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Allan Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The longer they are off the job, the harder it will be for Metro to come back. We are currently in the economic equivalent of 9/11. For years you put up with the nonsense Partners and the city's acquiescence to

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread Jack Pitzer
Words of wisdom from a wise man. Hey Dan, some Friday you should come to The Saint again and let me buy you a beer or something. It was cool to have you come hang out recently. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, dfsavgny [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Allan Peterson

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, dfsavgny [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: We are currently in the economic equivalent of 9/11. The stock market hasn't hit post 9/11 pricing. And then there were no bailouts. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread fancypaaantz
Does anyone else think the part about a beach club with an itty bitty pool is strange? 18 inches? Why can't they make a regular pool and then a small kiddie pool? --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, dfsavgny dfsavgny@ wrote:

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does anyone else think the part about a beach club with an itty bitty pool is strange? 18 inches? Why can't they make a regular pool and then a small kiddie pool? It cost money to build. Probably no need for

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread Jack Pitzer
Could this be a Spinal Tap/Stonehedge moment? 18I meant 18 feet --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz fancypaaantz@ wrote: Does anyone else think the part about a beach club with an itty bitty pool is

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread justifiedright
I have to agree. Asbury Park - a cake with no cake in it, a pool you can't swim in. Why can't we be normal just once? --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz fancypaaantz@ wrote: Does anyone else think the

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread fancypaaantz
Yeah, I get that. It is expensive... But if you are going to make a beach club, then make a beach club. The announcement was that MM was going to put in a beach club, but really it is some weird kiddie pool. That's not a beach club. I understand market forces and all, but maybe we should look

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread justifiedright
Didn't I post yesterday that Chile is drawing tourists with a pool that's 1000 yerds long? We're going to try to real them in with 18 inches. Talk about thinking small. My waist is twice that. I won't be able to submerge. My kids won't want to go anyway. On second thought, maybe that's the

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, justifiedright [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On second thought, maybe that's the point. I didn't take them for $12.00 cheeseburgers on the boardwalk, either. Dollar Dave's... $1 sodas, $1 burgers, $1 fries, $1 shakes $1 Cotton Candy $1 ice cream $1

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread rook782
I hope everyone sees the no diving in sign. Sounds like MM has. --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does anyone else think the part about a beach club with an itty bitty pool is strange? 18 inches? Why can't they make a regular pool and then a small

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I understand market forces and all, but maybe we should look to making real improvements with actual structures and restoration instead of all this temporary stuff.

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, fancypaaantz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does anyone else think the part about a beach club with an itty bitty pool is strange? 18 inches? Why can't they make a regular pool and then a small kiddie pool?

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: They are still diddling with it after years of knowing what the Plan requires. Has everyone forgotten the prior promises/deadlines? Just a case in point. Werner In looking back at the history of Pier Village - they

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj wernerapnj@ wrote: They are still diddling with it after years of knowing what the Plan requires. Has everyone forgotten the prior promises/deadlines? Just a case in

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Your points have no relevance to the fact the 5th Ave Pavilion should be fully restored and taxable at this time. Werner I think I wasn't responding to that, but something else. But u are right, it should back,

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, oakdorf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'd rather have 10 average families that spend money every weekend, even in the rain, then 2 couples that only go out after 8 pm once week and question why an ice cream costs so much. Sometimes, EXPERIENCE counts.

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, justifiedright [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have to agree. Asbury Park - a cake with no cake in it, a pool you can't swim in. Why can't we be normal just once? LOL - ROTFL Asbury Park hasn't

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread wernerapnj
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, Allan Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Again we we are hearing temporary fixes. Great time for Madison to come in, and get what they want. I just worry that 5 years from now that temporary will still be in sight.

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread oakdorf
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The reason it could be tempoary is because they don't know what's going to work. They have to figure out how to make a return to their investors. Instead of trailers, they should turn the 4th ave pav into retail and

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread Jack Pitzer
Gee, why don't they just take a field trip to Pt. Beach or Seaside and take note of the many things that work for them there. I'm going to reserve judgement until I see what actually gets put on our boardwalk. High end eateries and retailers probably aren't the answer, but a nice mix of things

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread fancypaaantz
I have noticed that even for us (and, I guess, we are not the typical AP demographic)... we do have a number of very expensive restaurants in town. I would call them special occasion restaurants. That is why I prefer Sister Sue's, Brickwall, and the Adriadic bc they are more reasonable. Or

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread MarioAPNJ
In a message dated 1/24/2008 2:33:20 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Asbury Park...The only difference is that it was highly successful due to good management. Werner, how far back was that? **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape.

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread apoojo
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, wernerapnj [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: --- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, justifiedright justifiedright@ wrote: I have to agree. Asbury Park - a cake with no cake in it, a pool you can't swim in. Why can't we be normal just once?

[AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread FleurDeLis
You'd make a bundle, too! A new version of the ghetto special! I have a freind who ran a small deli. He offered a hot dog, soda and a bag of chips, for a dollar and called it a ghetto special! The elderly, young kids and families with three kids, could afford your prices! --- In

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread charlie
It cost money to build. Probably no need for lifeguards at that depth. How long does it take to blow up? The current plans include a new beach club to be operated by Madison Marquette and constructed on the vacant Second Avenue Pavilion site, with an 18-inch-deep wading pool

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread charlie
Nice post Werner. You answered my question unknowingly! Thanks. That's the location i suspected the pool was being talked about for. That location shouldn't be wasted. I can picture people walking from ocean ave to the boaredwalk, assuming their heading towards a pool, to only find

Re: [AsburyPark] Re: Boardwalk Proposals

2008-01-24 Thread charlie
An 18 inch pool is a fountain, not a beach club. I think the beach club and 18 inch wading pool are two seperate concerns. Don't forget, a regular sized pool isn't a beach club either.. A pool would be a bonus to any beach club. Not all have them. There will be a beach club with