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Christie Says Layoffs Out for Cutting Budget

Last year I thought Corzine's deal to freeze public salaries and furlough workers was a step forward. I was wrong.

The deal came with restrictions on layoffs. So now the crisis is deeper and Christie says, “I cannot lay off one state worker, I cannot furlough one state worker.” “It’s an exquisite set of handcuffs.”

http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=newsarchive&sid=aNvNPz_2gT7U

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Added by David on March 9, 2010 at 2:03pm — No Comments

If the City needs money, why don't they fine property owners that don't shovel their sidewalks??? It's crazy....

If the City needs money, why don't they fine property owners that don't shovel their sidewalks??? It's crazy....

I assume they don't because (from what I can tell) it's mostly the original locals that don't shovel - not the yuppies. Not only is it loss of revenue, it's dangerous!

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Added by Stiemyg on February 26, 2010 at 12:39pm — No Comments

Taxi Line Dispatch Job

When commuting home last night it came to my attention that Hoboken now has a Taxi dispatcher for the cab line at the PATH station. I asked my taxi driver if it was a policeman, since he had a badge, but was told he is a city employee and has been around for about a month. His job, as witnessed last night, is to ask people in line where they are headed and then relay that information to the cab.

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Added by b scollard on February 23, 2010 at 11:42am — 1 Comment

HPD Audit Released! Finally! Good Job Revolt!

Statement from Mayor Zimmer on Receiving the Operational Audit of the Hoboken Police Department

On Friday at 5:00 PM, I received the long awaited Operation Audit of the Hoboken Police Department from Division of Local Government Services Director Susan Jacobucci.

I’d like to thank the Division of Local Government Services for all the hard work that went into producing this report. I’d also like to t

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Added by Kurt Gardiner on February 22, 2010 at 5:12pm — No Comments

Hoboken School New Jersey State Aid cut by $669,521 for 2009-2010

Governor Christie per executive edict has cut Hoboken School Aid by $669,521 for the Fiscal School Year of 2009-2010 with only less than 5 months to go. It is anticipated these cuts will also apply to the 2010-2011 budget.

Last week, a preliminary outline of the 2010-2011 Hoboken School Budget was distributed at the BOE meeting and stated the assumption that State Aid F

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Added by Kurt Gardiner on February 13, 2010 at 7:50am — No Comments

Mayor Zimmer: The Comprehensive Interview

In this first part of the audio interview Thursday afternoon at City Hall, Mayor Dawn Zimmer begins on the challenge of moving from a legislator to a executive, the "crises after crises" when she began and the effort on transparency in the hiring process and obtaining the police audit.

Governance, specifically Hoboken's efforts to become indep… Continue

Added by SmartyJones on February 12, 2010 at 7:30pm — No Comments

Ax the Open Space Tax

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Added by Red Elephant on February 5, 2010 at 1:30pm — No Comments

HOBOKEN RENT CONTROL ORDINANCE SUBJECT OF CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

FROM: Charles Gormally Brach Eichler LLC 101 Eisenhower Parkway Roseland, NJ 07068 CONTACT: Catie Tupper 201 348 8998 HOBOKEN RENT CONTROL ORDINANCE SUBJECT OF CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT Action builds on judge’s finding of unconstitutionality in prior suit Damages in hundreds of millions HOBOKEN, NJ – FEBRUARY 3, 2010 – Representing the owners of as many as 8,000 rent controlled units in Hoboken, a class action has been filed on behalf of property owners victimized by what a judge in a previous c… Continue

Added by Ron SImoncini on February 3, 2010 at 5:34pm — 1 Comment

An open letter to all members of Hoboken Revolt:

I was excited when Hoboken Revolt first hit the scene. It was all about getting property taxes down. I attended a rally at city hall and voiced support whenever I could. But to my consternation the group seems to have lost its way. We ought to be storming city hall with torches and pitchforks over the fact that the promised a 25% reduction in city taxes has instead turned into an increase. Yes, the mayor and council have limited powers under the fiscal monitor. But that is no excuse for failing… Continue

Added by James Vance on February 1, 2010 at 6:31pm — 17 Comments

Good Summary of Governor Christie's Education Subcommittee Report Released January 16th 2010

There are big philosophical differences regarding the most effective way to provide public education. The debate is particularly relevant here in Hoboken where the cost of our educational system is relatively high while the performance and results are below what we are capable of. Governor Christie's educational transition team released their "Education Summary Report" on January 16th detailing their recomm… Continue

Added by Scott Delea on January 29, 2010 at 1:40pm — No Comments

Obama to New York: Drop Dead

Will Zimmer join Bloomberg in denouncing Obama's ill-conceived plans? From www.hobokenrepublicans.com/blog: Right on the heels of his proposed tax on financial institutions, the President is now calling for severe new restrictions on the size and activities of our nation's banks. In his latest press conference, Mayor Bloomberg blasted Obama's plans, noting that banks are the foundation of New York's economy. In last week's pre… Continue

Added by Red Elephant on January 28, 2010 at 11:25am — 3 Comments

Hoboken for Haiti Relief - Concert Sunday at Maxwell's

Hoboken throws some of the best gatherings and this Sunday the town is throwing a big concert at Maxwell's: Hoboken for Haiti Relief. A full day lineup splitting an afternoon and evening affair is all set and ready to light it up. The nominal cost of $10 for individual and $20 for family means it's easily accessible and how can you beat a full afternoon and evening of live music? The event is a group effort with WFMU, Maxwell's and The Guitar Bar with a family event running from 2:00 to 4:00 pm… Continue

Added by SmartyJones on January 26, 2010 at 11:30pm — No Comments

Chlorine in our water

Just curious if anyone else smells the Chlorine that is put in Hoboken's water supply periodically?? I myself have water filter's in my home as I am allergic to Chlorine. Chlorine is highly toxic and is regulated by the government as a must for the US water supply. It seems to me though if you can actually smell it that it is too much. I have called the town on this and of course they say it is within regulation. Any thoughts?? Continue

Added by Wendye Chaitin on January 25, 2010 at 11:32am — 1 Comment

Property Taxes

How N.J. citizens can take up the fight. Video and details on the steps citizens can take in the local communities to strongly impact. Mile Square View Continue

Added by SmartyJones on January 24, 2010 at 1:18pm — No Comments

Hudco Never Sleeps

Thursday, January 14, 2010 Hudco never sleeps.... A lame duck Governor Corzine may be hitting the exit door days away after being sent into political retirement by the New Jersey voters, but it doesn't mean a few more bad deeds can't be done before he does. Just yesterday, the Star Ledger reported on… Continue

Added by SmartyJones on January 14, 2010 at 7:21pm — No Comments

14th Street Viaduct Meeting Recap - 1/12/2009

Last night Ian Sacs and Brandy Forbes of Hoboken City Hall conducted a meeting at the Elks Clubs to inform Hoboken Citizens details of the Viaduct Project at 14th as planned by Hudson County. The meeting started out with Ian Sacs managing expectations a bit in that the main construction plans have been pretty much finalized by the County but that Hoboken residents could have some say in what occupies the space below the viaduct for three blocks between Grand and Madison Streets. The ma… Continue

Added by Kurt Gardiner on January 13, 2010 at 5:33pm — No Comments

St. Patrick's Day Poll - Hoboken 2010

Here is a reader poll on Hoboken St. Patrick's day on whether or not we should even have a parade, keep it as is, or move it to another day. There are a lot of people that I know that do not like idea of the parade to continue as it has on the first Saturday of March. Vote and let your opinion be known below in the poll and comments.....

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Added by Kurt Gardiner on January 13, 2010 at 5:30pm — No Comments

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