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Pretty much in alignment with my thoughts. Not sure it should be purchased monthly versus daily or block of hours and some other operational things like that, but in terms of high level approach I agree.
Posted on: 2015/2/25 18:53
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So you nailed why it is important for us to clean up the food truck regulation. Markets can have food trucks, farmers markets can have food trucks (though less due to the limit on prepared foods.) It is really the day to day regulation that is a mess. Reasons why current legislation is a mess: 1 - Language in current legislation is unclear. Food trucks must be x feet away from nearest brick and mortar restaurant (I think 300.) Is that radius or walking distance? Police don't feel like there is a clear answer there. 2 - Legislation doesn't solve the problem of where food trucks CAN park in a way that at all helps the entreprenuers who start them. Food truck operators feel like they never know when/where they will get a ticket and they have to move the food truck every 2 hours. 3 - Legislation doesn't solve the problem of the fact that the food truck operators are getting a free ride by way of using city land (parking space) for commercial purpose without paying the equivalent of a rent for that space. Brick and mortar feel like they are operating on an un-level playing field as they have to pay rents which roll up to include both land use as well as property tax and the food truck operators do not. So, the current legislation works for basically ZERO of the stakeholders and that's why things like this happen. We need to as a city determine: where exactly we want to allow food trucks and come up with a way to charge for the commercial use of public space. This shouldn't be hard, we just need to do it.
Posted on: 2015/2/25 18:33
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I am not sure...I know that I had complaints from both sides of the fence and my point to them was as follows: 1 - The city should support creation of good legislation that reflects what we believe a true farmers market should be city wide, versus supporting the one off issues that exist within one particular market. 2 - That if the SID (or any other market) didn't like what the city believed to be good legislation, they could continue to operate just as they are today, but without the benefits of being designated a farmers market. 3 - That if the SID chose to operate as they did today, and certain members of the SID didn't like that, they should run at the next SID election and change it. The SID is a legal entity with an elected board who governs how the markets are run within the SID. Whether or not those parties successfully persuaded the SID one way or the other, I will let the SID speak to that (I don't know.) I am saying that there is a legal structure that will allow for either approach. We do also need to deal with Food Trucks in some way. The current legislation surrounding them is poor. I think that brick and mortar restaurants have a completely legitimate point in that the trucks essentially have free use of a city asset (streets) whereas brick and mortar pay rent (which is used to: profit to property owner, pay down of any property owner mortgage debt, pay yearly property taxes AND pay yearly SID taxes.) Most food truck owners want us to resolve this legislation and I believe are more than willing to pay a tax (maybe in the form of commercial parking) in order to have more clear laws about where they can park/not park, etc.
Posted on: 2015/2/25 16:13
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I've seen some things in this thread that are not accurate, so thought I would help clear them up. 1) the city gets grant funds that can go towards farmers markets. These funds have restrictions that are related to how the ordinance was developed, particularly in terms of local and non-prepared requirements. 2) based on feedback the city added language requiring that farmers markets within a special improvement district be managed by that special improvement district (which they as a SID could then of course outsource to someone else) 3) the ordinance does not prohibit food trucks and it also doesn't require that markets operate as a farmers market. There are plenty of markets that are not farmers markets (think of all the summer festivals and the sixth borough market). This ordinance only says "if you want certain subsidies and to call yourself a legal farmers market, here are the standards you need to follow." Today the downtown market at Grove Street is managed by the SID. It is their decision (as they are a legal entity with an elected board) whether they want to switch to a farmers market (and get those benefits) or continue as a market that cannot be declared a legal farmers market. Hope that clears things up. Candice
Posted on: 2015/2/25 12:49
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Hi all -
Tonight the temperatures are expected to get into the single digits. The East District Police are out making rounds to make sure the homeless population take shelter. If you see any homeless individuals or anyone else tonight who needs assistance or encouragement to take shelter please call the police at 201-547-5477. Candice
Posted on: 2015/1/8 1:37
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Re: Proposed development on Van Vorst between Sussex & Morris
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There is no approval at this point. Planning recommended approval to the city council, but council has not voted. Please give me any feedback you have. You can email or fill out my survey.
Posted on: 2014/9/25 0:58
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Re: Speed bump between 8th and 9th on Erie.
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I was told this afternoon it will be resolved by tomorrow.
Posted on: 2014/9/17 2:47
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Re: Speed bump between 8th and 9th on Erie.
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As it relates to the speed humps that have gone in, I have gotten many complaints about how high they are and questioning if they are in accordance with best practices. I reported those findings to the administration and they have told me the issues will be resolved. Best, Candice
Posted on: 2014/9/15 16:53
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Hi everyone -
I am looking to hire a council aide and accepting resumes until May 23rd. If interested, or if you know someone interested, please let me know (info@candiceosborne.com) Job description: http://candiceosborne.com/updates/open-jobs A few notes: 1) Position must be filled by June 30th. However, we probably have flexibility to begin sooner. 2) If interested, I would recommend talking to my current aide, Sarah Ligon. Not only was Sarah was an ideal aide from my perspective, but she can also give objective insight as to what working both with me and with city government is like on a day to day basis. Best, Candice
Posted on: 2014/5/7 14:23
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Re: 400 Unit Development in Hamilton Park
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Sorry should have been more explicit there. The Mayors executive order around tax abatements, which skews abatements away from the waterfront and torwards the rest of the city. The map (which is supposed to be reviewed and adjusted every 2 years) is essentially 5 years along waterfront, 10 years the rest of downtown, 20 years most other areas in the city and a few 30 year spots. The dividing line for downtown is Marin and Grand. So Liberty harbor north, Paulus hook, Powerhouse arts and Newport are 5 year zones (the same abatement anyone is eligible for) and the rest is 10 year. The only way a developer would be eligible to get a higher abatement is if they "buy up" with a giveback. One example of a giveback that's listed that will allow for a higher abatement amount is building a public school space in the building. So, according to the abatement executive order, this is eligible for 10 years. Unless they build a school it would not be eligible for a higher abatement. Per the admin, the yearly revenue from that abatement would be $1.2 MM to city.
Posted on: 2014/1/15 10:33
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Re: BRIGHT STREET REDEVELOPMENT needs action
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I think you may be mixing situations. The parking lot where teachers used to park at Bright and Varick was voted on by city council in 2011, well before I was on city council. Also, it is not part of my ward since it is west of Jersey Ave. That is not 28 Bright though. 28 Bright IS in my ward. I know that there was something that was in Van Vorst Park that came for a vote in front of the JCRA in December but not in front of city council (I am going to assume it was 28 Bright.) The council president, who sits on the board of the JCRA, notified the neighborhood association in advance of that meeting. I know it can be confusing with the amount of development going on and the various boards and agencies, so please do contact me if you have any questions - cosborne@jcnj.org Best, Candice
Posted on: 2014/1/11 4:04
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Hi guys -
So we are working on making this public (it was part of my platform.). I am also very enthusiastic about open data. I've been working with a couple of residents who founded OpenJC and they've already taken a sample data file from the police and uploaded it to an open data set. We had to strip out things related to minors and sexual assault related items. Obviously we need to codify this and make sure the proper security measures are in place to make sure no PII is uploaded, but when we do then the complete the raw data will be there for anyone to build whatever apps or analysis they want to. If anyone is interested in this let me know and I'll connect you to the right people. Best, Candice
Posted on: 2013/12/28 1:51
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Re: Fire near the Grove St PATH station
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Hi all -
Together with Mayor Fulop and the United Way of Hudson County, I'd like to invite you to tonight's fundraiser for our neighbors displaced by the Grove Street fire. The event will take place this evening, Wednesday December 4th, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at LITM (140 Newark Avenue). Attendees will be asked to make a donation at the door. Cash, checks and credits cards will be accepted. All checks should be written to ?United Way of Hudson County.? All donations are tax deductible, and all proceeds be distributed to affected families. LITM will also be donating a portion of event food and drink sales to benefit fire victims and is accepting donated items to help families move forward. To give online, please go to the donations page www.liveunitedhudson.org and indicate that you are helping fire victims. Text donations of $10 are also being accepted by texting subject UWHC FIRE to 52000. Best, Candice
Posted on: 2013/12/4 20:14
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Re: 400 Unit Development in Hamilton Park
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This meeting is at 6.
Posted on: 2013/12/2 16:58
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Re: 400 Unit Development in Hamilton Park
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I posted this on my last newsletter, but wanted to post it here as well. This proposed project has two components: 1) changes to the redevelopment plan 2) a plan for a proposed building As a part of a pilot to get more community feedback in items that come before city council, I am hosting a community meeting on this project on Wednesday night at 6 p.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers. I will be asking the community for feedback after the meeting. Best, Candice
Posted on: 2013/12/2 15:20
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Hi all -
I sent this out in my newsletter a few weeks ago, and thought I would post it here as well. In an effort to try to improve the community input process around development, in situations where the city council will vote on the matter, I am piloting a new process. If you want to get included in my notifications about development in your neighborhood, you will need to sign up. Learn about the process: http://candiceosborne.com/updates/78- ... ment-community-engagement Sign up directly here (make sure to check off if you want only your neighborhood or all of downtown): http://candiceosborne.com/act/newsletter-signup Best, Candice
Posted on: 2013/12/2 15:11
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Re: parking messed up due to new construction
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I believe the parking authority is allowing residents who live near this construction to park in the neighboring zone without being ticketed. Send me an email to cosborne@jcnj.org
Posted on: 2013/11/23 14:01
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Re: LOTS of new Stop Signs Downtown
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Agreed on all points. 1) The feedback on implementation has been given to Traffic & Engineering. 2) The yellow side signs are worthless and I requested the ones like Hoboken has for 80 intersections (City Council funded it via resolution reappropriating unused bond funds back in September.) The reason some other streets have it is that the actual buildings have put them out themselves. Jersey Avenue is one of the streets I requested these signs to go. 3) I will let the police department know as well.
Posted on: 2013/11/23 13:53
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Re: LOTS of new Stop Signs Downtown
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The 1st and Jersey was a last minute miscommunication (it wasn't on the original plan to get a stop sign and then I misunderstood some feedback I got from the neighborhood association and added it in.) It will be removed. Regarding the lack of painting and 3-way, 4-way signs, I will communicate that to traffic & engineering. Best, Candice
Posted on: 2013/11/23 6:05
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Re: Con Vivo Gala
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Music will be from 8:30 to 9:30pm. Overall it will probably wrap up by 10
Posted on: 2013/11/21 19:25
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Con Vivo Gala
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Hi all -
As many of you know I serve on the board of Con Vivo, which brings free world class chamber music to Jersey City. Tomorrow night is the annual Gala to raise funds to be able to continue this wonderful service in 2014. Details below and I hope to see you there! Cheers, Candice Date/Time Fri, Nov 22, 2013 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Location The Barrow Mansion 83 Wayne St. Jersey City, NJ $35 general admission / $75 reserved seating food and wine included Link to purchase in advance: http://www.convivomusic.org/events/con-vivo-2013-gala/
Posted on: 2013/11/21 15:47
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Someone from the PATH advisory commitee has asked for feedback on the PATH train. They emailed me today and asked for feedback today...so the timing is tight. If you have any constructive feedback or requests, please email them to me. Both long term, medium term as well as quick wins are welcome. Apologies for the typos doing this from my phone between meetings. Best, Candice Cosborne@jcnj.org
Posted on: 2013/11/6 22:44
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Re: Bright St. Redevepment Plan - Ward E Councilperson's Comments and Position
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All - I don't have 100% confirmation yet, but let's assume this town hall will be in council chambers for now. If for some reasons it is in a different room in city hall, I will personally make sure there is a sign posted clearly showing where to go.
Candice
Posted on: 2013/11/4 1:52
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Re: Bright St. Redevepment Plan - Ward E Councilperson's Comments and Position
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Just to help get the word out there to give as much notice as possible. The Mayor is having a townhall about this on Monday night at 6pm. I will post back once I have the definitive location. But for now, hold your calendars. Best, Candice
Posted on: 2013/11/1 22:35
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Re: Council person Osborne presents Pedestrian plan
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Hi there - I try to make a point of not getting into a back and forth on JCList, but just want to clarify that this quote is out of context and inaccurate in the way it has been presented here. I was relaying that there are other groups arguing we should be encouraging less 1 to 1 car parking and more shared cars and public transportation. I was pointing out that it isn't necessarily a simple issue, not advocating a personal position.
Posted on: 2013/10/5 2:52
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Re: Council person Osborne presents Pedestrian plan
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Hi everyone -
Here is a link to the recommendations. These recommendations will be vetted with the traffic and engineering departments next week. It surely is not perfect, but I wanted to start somewhere. We will measure the results, we won't just place things out there and hope for the best. As a part of phase 2 analysis, we will look at those results and the community feedback and do a "start/stop/continue". http://www.slideshare.net/candiceosbo ... recommendationswardefinal Best, Candice
Posted on: 2013/9/8 13:45
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Re: B4K coming to JC?
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No conspiracy. That was me.
I donated the original soccer website for the JCCSA. Someone built a newer, better one and was supposed to forward the domain. Shelley needed a "quick and dirty" website for her new role and I was trying to help her out one day and threw one up there for her to take a look at. I told her she could forward her domain there until she got something better. She ended up getting a website set-up and never used it. I neglected to take it down and the hosting was set to expire so I figured it didn't matter. I also didn't think it would show to public since the old domain was supposed to be forwarded. I will take it down. Thanks!
Posted on: 2013/9/3 15:52
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Re: Dan is still Dan
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I don't want to get into a back and forth with anonymous posters, but I believe this warrants a statement from me. I agree 100% that children should be off limits. While I understand that some people on JCList may agree or disagree with Dan's views (or my own), I do not condone bringing children into the conversation in this way. I ask that Team Fulop/Osborne supporters, Team Healy/Levin supporters & Team Fletch supporters keep it to the grownups. Candice
Posted on: 2013/3/21 16:28
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Re: Best local Hospital?
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+1. What a huge difference a good leader makes. The new CEO has done a fantastic job at turning that place around. My experience in 2006 versus 2011 was like night and day.
Posted on: 2013/2/21 1:26
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