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06/09/201001/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading

=&0=& =&1=& =&2=& In addition to being a prime location for viewing the annual Macy’s fireworks show over the Hudson River, Hoboken will also present a special 4^{th of July Festival along Frank Sinatra Drive between 1st Street and approximately where Sinatra would intersect 7th Street from noon until 10pm.

The festival will feature artists, crafters, photographers, food vendors, rides, games, live music and more – all against the gorgeous backdrop of the New York skyline. Read More...}

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Rain Delay?

06/09/201001/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading

City Hall announces:

Movies Under the Stars is scheduled to kick off tonight at 9pm at Pier A Park with a showing of “Up in the Air”.

The film may be canceled due to rain or threat of rain. A decision will be made by 5pm.
For updates, check the City’s Twitter (http://twitter.com/cityofhoboken) or Facebook (http://facebook.com/hoboken) accounts or call 201-217-4077.

If the showing is canceled, the rain date will be August 18, 9:30pm.

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The Rundown – It’s 38-33 Column B over Column Russo

06/09/201001/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading

In a relatively monumental turn for Hoboken, the final link in moving from the town’s past to a future with fresh faces is now in place. The “Column B” Mayor Zimmer backed candidates appear to have won the Democratic Committee vote in a 38-34 ward by ward battle throughout Hoboken.

So at the end of the 4th quarter it’s Mayor Zimmer with Council President Peter Cunningham and Councilman Ravi Bhalla 38 and the “Real Democrats” Russo Clan 33.

This is unofficial and without County/Clerk confirmation. Outstanding absentee ballots, write-ins, provisionals and maybe phantom votes must still be counted. Read More...

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30 minutes to polls closing. Did you neighbor vote?

06/09/201001/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading

There’s less than a half hour now before the polls close in this very light election turnout. It’s passionate for those involved and the stakes are larger than most would think.

This is a true test for the most caring citizens of Hoboken. The streets are rife with rumor about absentee ballots, stealth write-in campaigns and the not to be missed smear flyers that make their way around certain neighborhoods. In this case, the 5th ward seems especially popular. This time it’s City Council President Peter Cunningham’s turn. Read More...

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Sinatra Drive: Open Space on Summer Sundays

06/08/201001/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading

=&0=& =&1=&=&2=& Beginning on Sunday, June 13th, Sinatra Drive between 4th and 11th Streets will be closed to through vehicular traffic and open for recreational use from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm during the months of June, July and August. “We are creatively repurposing this street as public space,” said Transportation and Parking Director Ian Sacs.

The closing of Sinatra Drive dates back to at least 1998 when the City Council passed a resolution closing the street on Sundays during summer months. Read More...

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Peter Cunningham: Beware Da Machine on Election Day

06/08/201001/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading

Dear Friends, Family and Neighbors,

It has been brought to our attention that the standard bearers of corrupt Hoboken politics are trying to mount a “write in” campaign against our democratic colleagues in Column B. This is their last stand, and as thought, they will not go quietly. Many absentee ballot applications have been submitted to the County to support their candidates in various Districts and they will be pulling out the vote all day today.

They are NOT wanted and there’s NO place for them in Hoboken politics anymore. It is most critical that you find the time to cast your vote (at the very least Democratic Committee) for candidates under Column B.

Polls are open from 6am to 8pm. Please pass this note around and let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks, Peter Read More...

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Horse Sense: Point/Counterpoint with the Hoboken Journal

06/08/201001/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading

The Hoboken Journal posted an editorial on oil drilling to coincide with the appearance of Sen. Bob Menendez’s press conference in Hoboken earlier today. MSV will take this opportunity to post a rebuttal with a point/counterpoint horse sense editorial.

You can read Kurt’s original editorial at the link below. Hit the back button to return to MSV to read the rebuttal. I will be playing the character of Dan Akroyd and the Jolly Green Giant (JGG) will play the role of Jane Curtain. This old SNL parody took place on nuclear energy. We see how that’s turned out. The US doesn’t even build plants while France has and generates upwards of 75% of its electricity doing so. Read More...

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4th of July results, mayor says let’s do it again

06/07/201001/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading

=&0=& On Sunday, July 4^{th, Hoboken will be a prime location for viewing the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Celebration on the Hudson River. We are expecting thousands of friends, family and neighbors from surrounding communities to visit our City to celebrate and view the fireworks.

It is also a day where participants must exercise good judgment to ensure an orderly and safe event.

All available police officers, firefighters, the Office of Emergency Management, and other municipal officials will be enforcing all codes and regulations regarding public behavior with a zero tolerance level.

This includes an absolute restriction on parties or gatherings on rooftops for viewing of the fireworks celebration unless said property has been properly zoned and approved for rooftop access. Gathering on fire escapes is strictly prohibited. The use of balconies, porches, or any other structures for viewing will be strictly enforced within the confines of the codes for such structures. It is imperative that no overcrowding occur in any of these locations. All codes for the use of rooftops and other aforementioned structures will be strictly enforced with a zero tolerance policy. Read More...}

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Republicans of Hoboken make their Tuesday choices

06/07/201001/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading

Dear Neighbor, Tomorrow is Primary Election Day in the State of New Jersey. In addition to electing candidates to run on the Republican ticket for Congress and County Sheriff, the party will also be electing candidates to serve on the party’s committee throughout the state. Each voting district can elect individuals that will constitute the leadership of the Republican Party on the municipal, county, and state levels for the next two years. =&0=&

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Mayor Zimmer joins Senator Menendez’s “close oil tax loophole”

06/07/201001/22/2021 by SmartyJones1 Min Reading

Office of the Mayor announces:

MAYOR ZIMMER STANDS WITH SENATOR MENENDEZ TO HIGHLIGHT THE “CLOSE BIG OIL TAX LOOPHOLES ACT”

Mayor Dawn Zimmer joined and introduced Senator Robert Menendez in front of the BP gas station in Hoboken on Monday morning to support his efforts to close a series of tax loopholes for oil companies — changes which would save New Jersey taxpayers at least $750 million over 10 years. They were joined by Freeholder Anthony Romano, NJ Citizen Action Organizer Adam Sherman, Quality of Life Coalition Representative JD Capoano, and several members of the Quality of Life Coalition. Mayor Zimmer and Adam Sherman’s prepared remarks are provided below. Read More...