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Re: Question about management company
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Thanks for the replies so far.

My main question is: by changing the monthly maintenance fees without notification to all owners (as specified in the bylaws), wouldn't we be breaching our own bylaws???

I mean - are we trying to fix one breach (the inaccurate monthly fees) by breaking another rule in the bylaws (by not having proper notifications to everyone)?

PS @JadedJC - yes, we do have meeting minutes from that meeting, and it was distributed to all owners afterwards. But sounds like that wouldn't matter anyway, as we need to adhere strictly to the bylaws anyway?


You're damned if you do, damned if you don't. I don't think I would use the term breach though in changing back the fees. When you changed the fees without changing the bylaws, that might be breach. You're better off fixing the improper change immediately and giving an explanation to the owners. You can't be held liable for fixing something done improperly. However, the board is liable for making the change in the first place.

You say it's a small 5-unit building. I would hope that you could all get along and let this be water under the bridge.

Again, I'll emphasize that I'm not an attorney and my statements are opinions.

Posted on: 2017/3/3 22:34
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Re: Question about management company
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I am not a lawyer. However, I think I can safely answer the question based on my experience on a board for a number of years. Something somewhat similar happened.

I think the management company did you a service by changing the fees to adhere to the bylaws. The fee change by the owners was improper. Perhaps the management company should have given notice and explanation, but I doubt they did anything legally wrong. It is the Board/owners that screwed up by changing the fee structure without changing the bylaws. That is a major big deal. It is irrelevant that the change was voted on and agreed. Changing bylaws is not a simple matter. What about a new owner that moves in? He/she might be basing part of the purchase decision on what he/she believes the fees are as stated in the bylaws.

In any event, I would let it go since you all agreed to abide by the management company's decision anyway. In my opinion, the management company did a smart thing.

Posted on: 2017/3/2 21:27
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Re: Best internet or internet+tv options
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I had another tech come out today. My phone was dead. He went into a long detailed explanation which I didn't follow, but the bottom line is that the equipment that serves 20 units is outdated and needs upgrading. Tomorrow, Verizon will replace the faulty card for the phone. My neighbors' phones are out too as a result of the faulty card.

The tech commented about the set up in the equipment room. He said the same as the other tech said. Each unit should have their own box. Otherwise, problems will continue. The Internet speed I have now is as good as it's gonna get with the present equipment. That is, ranging from 38mbs to 50mbs download, generally closer to 38mbs.

The good news is he gave me the local phone number for engineering, the department in charge of upgrading equipment. You have no idea how hard I've tried to get this number. Perhaps this will be the end of the issue, for now anyway. However, I'm totally jaded about Verizon and somehow, I don't think the issue is gonna get fixed until their good and ready to fix it.

FIOS is a great thing when it works. However, if there is ever a problem, it is the worst nightmare dealing with Verizon. I was one of the first to get DSL in JC centuries ago. It was the same situation then - it was great when it worked, a nightmare to get fixed when it didn't. And this characterizes how Verizon has always been.

Enough griping. Perhaps there's light at the end of the tunnel and I've complained to enough people.

Posted on: 2017/3/1 23:18
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Re: Best internet or internet+tv options
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It sounds like your router settings might be wrong or your router might just need to be replaced -- they can fail -- but try unplugging it for 15 minutes.


Nobody believes me, oh well. Two technicians said it was the equipment that serves 20 units, installed in 2011. At times I get 50mbs but it averages 20% or 25% less. I hadn't checked the speed for years so this may have been the case for a long time. The only reason I recently checked was because downloading some large files, something I don't often do, was extremely slow.

Anyway, went through the entire drill and more with Verizon on the phone - reset modem, router, unplugged both for 5 minutes, changed all cables, etc.

Posted on: 2017/3/1 15:45
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Re: Best internet or internet+tv options
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Actually, your issue is most likely with the building, but not its wiring or the equipment installed in 2010/2011. As you know, we used to be neighbors, and I started having issues with FiOS connectivity after they started renting roof space to the cell repeating antennas, which causes interference with wireless networks. I know it was that because, if I connected to the router via hardwire (direct cable connection to the router) I could get the advertised 25/25 speed, but as soon as I went to wireless, the signal would drop to 5 Mbps, sometimes 1 Mbps. Before blaming it on FiOS, or the building wiring, I would rule out the interference issue. PM me if you need some more information or help.


Nah, my computer and TiVo are hardwired to the router and the problems are noticeable with both. I pay for 50/10 download/upload, the maximum speed available for my area of the building. Before the tech came out, I was getting on average 17/2.5. After he did a patch job, the speed varies tremendously but averages about 38/8. While I experience less buffering with my TV after the tech came, it's still present.

While you may be correct about the building wiring, that's not the issue, at least for residents in my part of the building. The main building apparently is okay with speeds and residents are able to get much faster speeds - 200mbs or more, I forget what the manager mentioned. That's because newer equipment is installed. Management is not holding back on upgrading the Monitor St. apartments, or the poor side of town as I call it - they have tried to work with Verizon. Even though upgraded equipment would benefit all parties, Verizon is an incredibly poorly run company and they don't think in such terms.

The reason for my post was not to gripe but hopefully to get a phone number of someone at Verizon who could address the problem.

Posted on: 2017/3/1 11:31
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Re: Best internet or internet+tv options
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I hate talking about this stuff; it only gets me riled up.

But... I had a problem with FIOS. The speed was a fraction of what it was supposed to be. Long story short... the tech came out, did a temporary fix and the speed is better, though not what I'm paying for. As it turns out, the equipment is already outdated (installed 6 years ago) and needs to be updated. I live in a mid-size condo bldg. and building mgmt has no idea who to contact at Verizon. They tried.

In any event, I don't want to pay for a speed I don't get. I spoke with seemingly someone at Verizon who gave a hoot, a supervisor in tech support. He said he would deal with the upgrade issue as well as having someone from billing call to adjust my account. He also left a number where I could reach him, though he said he would contact me the next day, a week ago now. Never happened. The phone number he gave me just rings endlessly.

Par for the course, nothing promised happened. Billing tells me there's nothing they can do and no one knows who the heck to talk to about upgrading the equipment for my section of the building. I've banged my head against the wall enough times with Verizon FIOS and don't feel like jumping through hoops again. However, it's highway robbery to have to pay for an Internet speed that they cannot provide. Unfortunately, the only competition is just as bad, if not worse. Help!

Posted on: 2017/2/27 21:12
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Re: Thoughts on Foundry
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PM sent.

Posted on: 2017/2/27 13:21
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Re: Light Rail Reduced Fare
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You can do it right at the machine. I helped someone with it last weekend. Senior tickets I believe are 1.10 per ride


I must have overlooked that option. Thanks.

Posted on: 2017/1/27 19:39
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Light Rail Reduced Fare
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Does anyone know how to buy reduced fare tickets in the machine or any other way? I don't see an option to do so. There's no info on the NJT site how to do this and they are impossible to communicate with... all I get is recordings and I leave messages that don't get returned. The main switchboard for Jersey City had the same contact info as me and couldn't help. Thanks for any assistance. [I have my senior card stating I'm eligible for reduced fare.]

Posted on: 2017/1/27 18:00
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Re: Turntable repair
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Thanks for the response. It's the 701, a rare model - https://www.vinylengine.com/library/dual/701.shtml.

My cats went bonkers one day and knocked it onto the floor. My heart sank. The only thing noticeable is that the tonearm needs adjustment. I tried doing that but still can't get the tonearm to sit properly on records. It probably needs a thorough tune up after getting knocked over. I am far from mechanically inclined and wouldn't think of messing with it.

Of all the gear I own, the turntable is probably my most cherished piece. Do you think I can trust Danilo with it? If it needs any parts though, I'm probably out of luck.


Posted on: 2017/1/15 17:52
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Turntable repair
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I have a refurbished 1970'ish top of the line Dual turntable in need of repair. It's irreplaceable to me and I have no desire to junk it for something new. Is there a reputable place in the area? I don't want to lug it to and from NYC. I don't have a car but can take Uber or use zipcar.

Posted on: 2017/1/15 15:38
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Re: Any recommendations for reupholstering of sofa cushions?
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I second J Jammal. Tickatoe, I had similar work done to a cherished love seat and sofa 2 years ago. Jammal was ideal for the job in every respect, including reasonable price.

Posted on: 2017/1/14 11:35
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Re: Trump Our New President
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"The man eats his steak well-done!" ~ Anthony Bourdain

Posted on: 2016/12/23 19:26
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Re: Grocery shopping
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07310 / MikeyTBC - I defer to you guys, you're both correct. I had some time and spent about an hour in Eataly. I'm sure people spend lots more time browsing. This is not a place to go for anything but unusual or unique items. Prices are crazy not to mention there is no prepped fish. I could only find 1 item.

Although I've passed through the oculus dozens of time, today was the first time I took a look around at the stores. Nice stores, but the layout is crazy. I also stopped at Daniel Bouloud's Epicere, the cafe just after you exit the PATH. Pretentious and a ripoff. $4.54 for a small hot chocolate! I guess Westfield knows what they are doing, but it seems to me their target customer would be the commuter, not the tourist. Frankly, I take the old PATH hodgepodge of stores over this. I miss Sbarro! But I digress.

Posted on: 2016/12/21 19:33
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Re: Grocery shopping
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I would probably be better off hiring a concierge to do my shopping considering the amount of time and money I spend. But then again, I'm beginning to think this is one of my sick joys in life.

I forgot to address jet.com. I ordered from them once. They screwed up my order like no one else has screwed up an order. I got part of my order and someone else's order. When I called, their customer service reps simply read from a script. They were unhelpful though polite. They further screwed up my order when they tried to fix it and did exactly the same thing again... sent part of my order and someone else's order. In the end, I got everything I ordered plus duplicates and triplicates (at no cost). I dread the thought of dealing with them again.

I'm surprised no one mentioned Eataly since they're now conveniently located in the WTC. I've only been there once (the Flatiron store) and they didn't pass my banana test, a very scientific barometer of prices, haha. They had the highest prices I've encountered anywhere for bananas $1.29/lb or about 79 cents for a medium banana. I'm going to be at WTC today and will check out their fish.

Posted on: 2016/12/21 14:31
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Re: Grocery shopping
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A TJs pro tip: if you are already in line, and you realize you have forgotten something, you can ask any employee and they will gladly go fetch it for you.
Good luck with the shopping.


Wow, I had no idea! Thanks for that.

The farmers markets will end shortly - I did patronize them. 

I know my system is complicated but in the end, I guess I'm okay with it. I was frustrated today cuz I went to TJs and the JSQ PATH was suspended when I was ready to go home after my errands. In the end though, it's not such a big deal and am embarrassed to have revealed what a nut I am. ;)

I used to go to WF in Tribeca all the time. It's convenient and the nicest WF I've been to. [The worst is the one in Union Square.] But the prices at WF are too prohibitive, especially now that I have other options.


Posted on: 2016/12/19 22:51
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Grocery shopping
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There?s been several discussions about grocery shopping in and around the area? hope this is not overly repetitive. I?ve been switching around stores quite a bit lately and am curious to see what others do in a similar situation to me. That is, I live alone and don?t have a car. I prepare most dinners from scratch and freeze them. I also buy 1 or 2 prepped fish meals per week. My experiences?

Shoprite Hoboken (delivery) ? I gave up a while ago after about 5 deliveries. Delivery charges are excessive and they were always out of something which I wasn?t informed about until just before delivery. Quality was good or what you would expect from a decent supermarket.

Whole Foods ? I mostly bought fruit, soups and prepped salads and prepped fish (for one person) and some miscellaneous stuff. I used to shop there weekly but now it?s rarely. I found their prices to be the most expensive, sometimes ridiculous. What I liked most about them was quality and choice of healthy and organic products. However, I?m limited to what I can fit in my backpack and carry on my bike since they don?t deliver here.

FreshDirect ? my main source for 3 years now. I find they are very similar to WF, at least for the stuff I buy. However, their prices seem to be about 20% less and they offer delivery. I have never had a problem with delivery. I opt for Delivery Pass which is a discounted price for unlimited delivery. It pays if one orders regularly. The prepped fish is somewhat expensive and limited in choice though. Fortunately, I?m in Grand Central often enough and have found a great bargain in shopping at Pescatore ? better quality, better prices.

AmazonFresh ? I just started using them and have used them 5 times. I wasn?t looking to get involved with a service I had to pay a fee for, but there was a 30-day trial which tempted fate. I'm a prime member so the cost is "only" $15.99/mo. One reason I decided to use them was to supplement FreshDirect when they were out of something or didn?t carry what I wanted. They do not compare to WF or FD as far as organic and healthy items or prepped meals. However, they?re much cheaper and delivery is sometimes same day. However, I don?t think it makes economic sense to use 2 delivery services due to delivery charges (or monthly fee in Amazon?s case), but it?s good to have a backup.

Trader Joe?s ? I must have been on Pluto and only started using them a few months ago. I?ve found some great products and great deals, but I also found some stuff on the opposite end of the spectrum. Like WF, I?m limited to what I can fit in my backpack. I shop at the store on 21st St. and 6th Ave. The first time I went in there, I walked out when I saw the line. However, the line is always ridiculous but it moves incredibly fast.

In summary, I currently shop weekly with FD, AF and TJ?s as well as fish purchases when I can at Pescatore. It seems a bit crazy to shop at so many places not to mention paying fees to both AF and FD. I?m curious what other people in similar situations do.

Posted on: 2016/12/19 19:32
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Re: Complete Streets - Bike JC's Grand Street Vision
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What is your suggestion for riders who commute? Give it up?

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This is just an observation, but it would appear that bicycle riders take their lives in their hands while being two wheeled in Jersey City street traffic.
I can understand a desire to ride a bike both for utility and recreation, but given the state of mind of a lot of drivers on our roads today, is it really wise to be amongst them? No amount of enforcement can bring you back to life or health from a serious injury at the hands of distracted drivers we're seeing on the roads today
. If it's the joy of bicycle riding that you're pursuing wouldn't Lincoln park or Liberty State Park be a better place to safely enjoy yourself? Given what appears to be the norm for development in Jersey City a lot more cars than bicycles will be in the offing in the near future. I would think that associations seeking more safety measures to be implemented for rider safety look for more amenities to be created where the road needn't be shared with motor vehicles. Drivers simply can't be trusted with bike riders' safety regardless of how many laws are engaged and created in the effort.

Posted on: 2016/12/1 22:04
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Re: Dolma Restaurant
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What is this phenomenon where every restaurant I want to go to is closed on that particular day? It's closed today :*


My route to and from the PATH takes me past Dolma and I've been wondering about that place for years. I've only seen it open a handful of times, unless they're open with the door closed and no sign indicating that. I wish them good luck but I've never seen such poor marketing in the way of signage or any marketing. I didn't even know it was a restaurant, let alone the type of cuisine, until I noticed a recent larger sign and the review. The sign must be recent. However, I could be wrong (and apologies in advance if so) as riding on my bike on the street of death keeps my mind occupied elsewhere.

Posted on: 2016/11/21 22:08
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Re: Uber, Lyft, and traffic
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Has anyone notice that the amount of Taxis has gone though the roof along with traffic during rush hour? These apps have made it extremly easy for someone to hail a ride but the traffic has become unbearable. The amount drivers has gone significantly since they reduce the vehicle age requirement to vehicles 2001 or newer instead of 2006 or newer before. The number of cars that can be out at the same time should be controlled because I'm tired of sitting in traffic looking at Uber cars. Open your app and see how many cars you have in your area during rush hour. I did a stint as a driver and stopped after I kept getting paid 3.71 per 25 minute ride and nobody tipped no matter if you gave them treats and excellent service. Enjoy the service but don't forget to tip, many drivers are making less than minimum wage after expenses.


You bring up 2 totally different subjects or maybe they're not so different as far as motives in posting. But that's another story.

I always tip Uber drivers. However, I don't blame anyone for not tipping because Uber gives the consumer the impression that the tip is included in the fare... up until recently but it's now ingrained in peoples' thinking. And even now, Uber doesn't overtly state or imply that tipping is suggested. I think Uber sucks for having such a duplicitous policy, and as stated, for not including a page to tip in their app like Lyft. However, your beef should be with Uber, not the consumer.

Posted on: 2016/11/21 21:15
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Re: Complete Streets - Bike JC's Grand Street Vision
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yes, I realize that as a city we have hard time just trying to tie our shoes, but one has to try and try everything.

a city has to do everything, do a good job protecting residents from crime, pollution, and flooding, educate most of our children, protecting our homes from crime and fire, clean our streets and provide sanitation, recreation and other cultural experiences, and of course economic growth and manage development/redevelopment. and all the while while providing a safe environment for car drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians

it can't do just one, it must do all. and Bike JC believes that a protected bike lane is another piece in the big puzzle to make Jersey City a good place to live, work, visit and invest.



Not to give you a hard time, but in the 2 years or so since the Grove St. bike lane experiment, things seem to be worse than ever as far as enforcement. What has been done? IMO, Grove St. is more dangerous with bike lanes - some motorists seem to feel that cyclists have their lanes and they have no right to be in the road even to go around double parked cars. Cops even double park on Grove when there's no apparent emergency. I'm more paranoid on my bike than ever. Grand St., JFK and probably other streets are like playing Russian roulette for cyclists and pedestrians.

Posted on: 2016/11/21 21:06
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Re: James Vincent Bicycles on Palisade closing to make way for yet another realtor
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Well this is terrible news. They are so much friendlier and have much better prices and turn around service than that crappy bike store downtown ever could. The jerks in the place downtown always have so much freaking attitude, oh I'm so cool. The folks at James Vincent were always nice you never felt like you were getting ripped off.


You should give them another try and deal with the owner, Rodney. I've bought 3 bikes from them and have been going there since they opened. I never had an issue with anyone there but the help does seem to turn over quickly. The one constant is Rodney who's always done right by me.

Posted on: 2016/10/25 21:18
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Re: James Vincent Bicycles on Palisade closing to make way for yet another realtor
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... Why was it necessary to close a viable business (and getting a boost from the fire at Grove Bikes) for another damn realtor storefront that pop up like mushrooms in the hot markets.


It seemed to me that Grove Street Bikes was doing business almost as usual from a temporary Newark Ave. spot. Is that no longer the case?

Posted on: 2016/10/25 16:55
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Re: 10/09/2016: Presidential Debate 2 (St. Louis)
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I loved the Town Hall style. The comment that Hillary has two positions on things, one public and one private hit home as to how phony politicians are.


It makes one realize how sleazy US politics is and it's not just Hillary.

Posted on: 2016/10/10 14:45
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Re: FULOP, DEAL WITH PEDESTRIAN & BIKE SAFETY!!
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I complained to the city about a month ago about drivers routinely going through the stop sign at LSP, the corner of Phillip St. and Johnston. It's very dangerous for pedestrians/cyclists going into or out of the park. The employee said he would send a police car out to observe. I'm not clear what good that did or could do, but the situation is the same.

I also volunteered to take videos of drivers going through the stop sign. I was told that videos by the general public are not admissible.

However, if enough of us did this and posted it online and to Fulop - assuming it's legal, it may have an effect. Or maybe I have my rose-colored glasses on.

Posted on: 2016/9/30 22:33
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Re: Weekly flyers delivered to doorstep
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Circular deliveries are pests. Like cockroaches, they take a monumental effort to get rid of, and then some. As a condo board member some years ago, I was assigned to get rid of them. I forget the JC regulation, but it went something like you can opt out of delivery by informing the deliverer. I did so by phone, mail and certified mail. And I called the city, I forget whom. Nobody gave a dang. I gave up; it wasn't worth the effort.

Posted on: 2016/9/3 12:35
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Re: Property Management
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I cannot say enough BAD things about ARK Management in North Bergen, who manages my building.

It is impossible to get anyone to do anything and the Management company dimes and nickels the residents. It takes 3-8 weeks to get a new or replacement laundry card. It's been over 6 weeks and they still have not fixed my key fob. It just stopped working one day and every time I call they take a message and say they will get on it but I still am locked out. Every year they implement more ridiculous policies to make life difficult for residents... sheesh.


When I was on a condo Board we researched ARK and came up with all sorts of negative stuff. In any event, the management company acts on behalf of the Board of Directors. Where is the Board? I suggest taking up your grievance with them.

Posted on: 2016/8/10 12:33
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Re: Jersey City cop alleges retaliation for targeting deli 'connected' to police chief, mayor
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so wait, you're saying a cop actually issued a parking ticket?!


Right?!?!

So how is it ever ok or even legal in court that Police superiors told an officer NOT to ticket illegal parking/blocking of the roadway? How??


Guilty without trial? How do we know the cop isn't exaggerating? In any event, such a charge is incredibly hard to prove in court.

Personally, I tend to believe the cop since such a situation is rampant in many places. But what anyone personally believes is not evidence and won't hold up in court. A long forgotten gripe: I can verify that Gobagool on Jersey Avenue, the Italian place next to Melt and now Dames, had the same situation. One of the owners was a former (crooked) cop. Fire trucks and police cars used to double park in front of the store at lunch time every weekday.

Posted on: 2016/7/12 17:14
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Re: What location was your bike stolen from (time, type of lock, etc)?
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Agreed that "if they want it, they'll take it" is alive and well, but you really can't compare a krytonite u-lock to a kryptonite chain.

In any case, one advantage of buying a Kryptonite product is the automatic insurance that comes with it. Read the fine print (its namesake city is specifically excluded!) but the thresholds are fairly high (~4K) and would easily cover the replacement of most bikes.


Be careful to not let Kryptonite insurance lull you into a false sense of security. There are a large number of exclusions in the fine print.

I had the same lock and I lost the keys while it was parked at the grove street path. I didn't want to wait to get another key from Kryptonite so I borrowed a heavy duty saw. It took about 5 minutes to break it. It was noisy and sparks were flying. This was in broad daylight with tons of people around including a cop. No one questioned me.

Posted on: 2016/7/1 15:52
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Re: Underground Passageway linking PATH to Fulton Center Opens Today (May 26, 2016)
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Anyway, is there some sort of guide or map as to the exits and connections?


Yes. I got one from a PANY employee at the station. However, I found it too confusing.

Posted on: 2016/6/30 12:35
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