=&0=& =&1=& =&2=& =&3=& This afternoon, the Vote Yes For November citizens’ committee successfully submitted to the city clerk approximately 1,800 petition signatures from local residents to consolidate municipal elections in Hoboken.  When certified, the petitions will allow the people of Hoboken to decide this November when future municipal elections will be held.  If the two ballot questions proposed to residents are approved, Hoboken’s municipal elections will move to Election Day in November, with the candidate for each office receiving the most votes on Election Day being elected to serve. “Consolidating the municipal elections to when voters are already voting in November would not only result in greater voter participation and less hassle for voters, but also save taxpayers over $100,000 for each election saved,” said Vijay Chaudhuri, a member of the citizens’ committee. Any way to make it more convenient for residents to vote and save hundreds of thousands of dollars over the next several years is a win-win situation for everyone involved.”  Sasha Conroy, another member of the Committee, noted that in 2009 Hoboken held a total of five elections in eight months costing Hoboken taxpayers over half a million dollars and forcing citizens to endure round after round of nasty campaign literature, attack advertisements, and constant phone calls to influence the course of yet another municipal election. “This year, the Board of Education took the common sense first step by moving the School Board elections to Election Day,” Ms. Conroy explained.  “Elections should be held on Election Day in November.  These initiatives will allow the people to decide whether they should vote once and for all on Election Day in November, or whether they prefer to vote numerous times throughout the year.” After the petitions are certified, two initiatives will be placed on the ballot in November when residents vote in the Presidential election.  The first question will move the municipal elections to November, while the second question will consolidate the municipal elections to a winner take all system, similar to the process of electing federal and state office holders.   The two petition questions required approximately 640 signatures to reach the ballot, an amount nearly tripled by the committee’s efforts.  If a majority of Hoboken residents vote yes on the two propositions, Hoboken’s next municipal election would be held in November of 2013. 

Hoboken resident Vijay Chaudhuri (l) was one among many residents spearheading the successful petitions drive.

=&4=& This is an impressive effort in the middle of August.  Congratulations to all the citizens who participated to give Hoboken voters the choice when to hold municipal elections. This November the People will Decide!

The BoE Slate of Markevitch, Oland and Vasquez announces:

Dear Friend of Hoboken Education,     November 6 is Election Day! We have been meeting with Hoboken residents to discuss issues of concern and shared aspirations for the public schools.       If you wish to volunteer, set up a time to meet with the candidates, or just would like more information – please contact us at the following email:  MoveForwardHoboken@gmail.com =&0=& =&1=& =&2=&  =&3=&     All the best,     Liz, Anthony & Felice

To: You wannabe do gooders in Hobroken

From: The lower nether regions of the sewers, aka, I’m here at Hobroken411

Subject: This talking back bullshit

I understand that many of you have in the dead of night gone out of your way to make some sort of monetary contribution to this dirty dozen defence fund for beagles.  While I’ve heard that dumb lame war horse is extremely grateful on behalf of those wretches, my alter ego suggested I pass along a warning:

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We decide when you can speak, when you can write a letter to the Hudson Distorter, when you can vote, how much you will be paid to do so and who you will vote for. Read More...

=&0=& We encourage residents to attend tonight’s City Council meeting.  The Council will be debating and voting on a $1 million bond ordinance with the proceeds to go towards work on Observer Highway, Washington Street, and Sinatra Drive.  The Sinatra Drive aspect of this project is to hire engineers to prepare plans to continue the bike path from 4th Street to 11th Street, add more parkland and make the area more pedestrian friendly.  Once these plans are in place the City can apply for State and Federal grants to help alleviate costs of the renovations. Second, the Council will be asked to approve an emergency appropriation of $150,000 to fund legal bills for the fight against the Monarch project. Obviously we believe these are two very important steps for the City to take to increase the public park space along our waterfront.  Both of these items will require 6 votes from the City Council.  Please let us know if you have any questions. The meeting is held in Council Chambers at City Hall tonight at 7pm. –Hoboken Residents for a Public Waterfront www.facebook.com/HobokenRPW www.ipetitions.com/petition/hoboken-public-waterfront/ @HobokenRPW on Twitter

The City of Hoboken is advertising for a job opening:

Tuesday August 14, 2012, 9:15 AM City of Hoboken www.hobokennj.org     Community: Hoboken Seeks Full Time Construction Code Official The City of Hoboken is seeking applications for the position of Construction Code Official. The City seeks honest and professional candidates to manage the construction office efficiently and treat all residents and business owners with respect and fairness. Certified Floodplain Managers and candidates with expertise in green construction elements including green roofs and solar installations and/or LEED certification are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates with experience establishing computerized systems to increase efficiency and customer service will also be highly considered. The City has been operating with an interim Construction Code Official since 2011 and now seeks a permanent full-time position. About the City of Hoboken, New Jersey Hoboken, the “Mile Square City,” is a dynamic urban city with a population exceeding 50,000. Located on the Hudson River across from New York City, Hoboken is one of the most walkable cities in the country with the highest rate of public transportation usage. Washington Street, a vibrant retail and dining destination with many of Hoboken’s more than 100 sidewalk cafes, was named one of the Top 10 Streets in America. Featuring a world-class waterfront, a lively arts and music scene, and family-friendly parks and activities, Hoboken is a great place to live and work. Hoboken residents and all licensed professionals are invited to apply. Talking Ed Note: The weekend paper had a story quoting Al Arezzo’s lawyer saying he that an administrative law judge recently found that the city’s decision was “overly severe” and instead reduced the penalty to a six-month suspension and the judge’s decision will now be reviewed by a Civil Service Commission, who will make the final decision. MSV has consistently held this is incorrect from earlier this year when Hoboken411 said Al Arezzo was coming back and several times since. Read More... News Kids First announces November election slate as one long time member moves on 08/14/201201/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading =&0=& As announced by the Hoboken Journal on Monday: Kids First Announces BOE Slate – Theresa Minutillo Not Seeking Re-election From Ruth McAllister Kids First BOE candidate for November 2102… KIDS FIRST ANNOUNCES BOE SLATE – THERESA MINUTILLO NOT SEEKING RE-ELECTION “It is with great enthusiasm and pride that I announce the Kids First 2012 Slate for the Hoboken Board of Education: Ruthy McAllister Jean Marie Mitchell Tom Kluepfel When it became apparent that we would have a spot available on our ticket, I approached Tom Kluepfel, an independent candidate, to run with me and Jean Marie. Tom Kluepfel, a Hoboken High parent, is one of the founders of the Elysian Charter School and served on its Board of Trustees for several years. Tom readily agreed as we all share similar goals for the district, a passion for the future of the Hoboken Public Schools and strong ethical beliefs about our duties as board trustees. The combination of my and Jean Marie’s Board experience and Tom’s energy and unique perspective will enable us to continue the progress begun by Kids First for the students and staff of the District! Read More... News The big, complete story at the Hoboken Journal 08/13/201201/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading Please see the Hoboken Journal for the big Monday story: https://hobokenhorse.com/2012/08/breaking-news-lane-bajardi-and-wife_12.html News Breaking: $2 million SLAPP against online speech of Hoboken residents! 08/12/201201/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading Please see the Hoboken Journal for the full details of a SLAPP against Grafix Avenger, MSV and double digits of Hoboken commenters – 10 John Doe defendants. The 35 page defamation complaint’s filing came exactly two weeks after the last Hoboken City Council meeting where Councilwoman Beth Mason said in reply to a MSV request she make public the records of her Mason Civic League charity: “First of all I’d like to make a statement that Mr. Brice is on the verge of some legal action  and if the council would make sure it’s appropriately handled.”                 SLAPP stands for Strategic Litigation Against Public Participation and is described in the mission statement by the Public Participation Project: Read More... News Sunday Petition Drive – Church Square Park 1:00 – 3:30 08/12/201201/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading This afternoon several people from the unofficial Hoboken citizen group “Let the People Decide” will be in Church Square Park at Garden and 5th Street from 1:00 – 3:30. They’ll be signing up voters to place on the November ballot an option to hold municipal elections on Election Day in November. =&0=& =&1=& Hoboken resident Vijay Chaudhuri (l) informs a local voter of the referendum for November who signed the petitions to give Hoboken people the choice of when to hold its municipal elections. =&1=& News Petition and Voter Registration at the Garden St. Mewes uptown today 08/11/201201/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading The informal committee of Hoboken residents, “Let the People Decide,” will have a booth today at the Hoboken Farmer’s Market uptown on Garden Street to collect signatures on the petitions to consider November municipal elections. This is also a voter registration effort. The hours for the booth will be between 9:00 – 3:00. The effort will then move in the afternoon to Washington and 15th by the Hudson Tea Building. The ceremony launching the Garden Street Mewes on 15th St. last November. A booth at the farmer’s market today will take petition signatures and voter registration. Photo courtesy the Jersey Journal by arrangement