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Re: Does the HPNA represent the community?
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Any reports/minutes from last night's HPNA meeting?

Posted on: 2006/1/5 16:04
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Re: Mapping Crime in Ward E - Steven Fulop
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Thanks so much, Steven!

One quick thing though, the Map for Ward Awareness button is linking to freality.org/maps which doesn't seem to load.

EDIT: Never mind. It took a while, but it eventually loaded. Thanks again

Posted on: 2005/12/22 10:45
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Re: Mrs. Maria Skupien................
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My condolences to her family and friends. I agree, she sounded like a wonderful woman.

What a horrible way to leave this planet, too. Something definitely needs to be done. Didn't another elderly woman get hit crossing Montgomery by Marin over the summer?

Posted on: 2005/12/11 22:14
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Re: What's this letter from Warren G. Curtin about?
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My apologies. Steve was in fact correct. According to the letter, 3 association presidents (VVP, HC and PH) killed the proposed changes, and VVP Pres. Bill Donohue "claimed that a vote by Van Vorst Park Association rejected the attached changes."

I just re-read the letter and noted that Warren is urging the recipients to pass it on to friends and neighbors, so I am posting his letter here, hopefully without any objection from him. The proposed edits were also attached to the email I received, however, this is a 21-page .pdf file and I don't think it would be appropriate to post that here. If anyone else wishes to see the proposal, I recommend that you contact Warren directly at wacurtin@aol.com.

On a side note, I, too, agree with Warren's proposed edits to the Ordinance. Could someone from the VVP association confirm that there was in fact a vote on this proposal? I live in VVP and do not remember seeing any meeting announcements with this particular item on the agenda.


Quote:


Warren G. Curtin
[Address removed]

Dear Neighbor,

For the past two years, I have worked to amend the Historic Preservation Ordinance. The changes proposed would bring our ordinance into line with the standards of the Secretary of the Interior?s guidelines for such a district. That would allow us choices in a wide range of areas that do not affect the historic nature of our district, and would eliminate the subjective and arbitrary way it exists today. I have attached the current ordinance along with the proposed changes.

The presidents of the neighborhood associations and a subcommittee of the Historic Commission met with Councilman Fulop. Hamilton Park Neighborhood Association President Sam Stoia has worked for the past year to have the current ordinance revised. Van Vorst Park Association President Bill Donohue, Harsimus Cove President Valerio Luccio and Paulus Hook President Gerry Bakarty killed the proposed changes. Bill Donohoe claimed that a vote by Van Vorst Park Association rejected the attached changes. The three presidents were in full agreement that we are either not responsible enough or do not have sufficiently good taste and we need to be told every detail of the care, preservation and detailing of our homes. If you have done any renovations to your home you will understand how horrific the process is.

I was so taken aback after the meeting that I could not sleep and wrote an e-mail to councilman Fulop for his position in regard to the proposed legislation. My e-mail and his response are attached. It seems the legislation, for now, is going nowhere.

I have trouble believing that mature, well educated adults in this democratic community would voluntarily surrender their decision-making to the Historic Preservation Officer and the Commission. To me, the current system is demeaning and degrading, especially when the city?s qualifications for the position of Historic Preservation Officer are, as Bob Cotter advised me, simply that the individual meet the minimum civil service requirement. I feel we deserve much more as we make substantial financial investments, doing our best to upgrade our homes while preserving the historic character of our neighborhoods.

If you want a change, we can do it but I need your help . . . and it?s very easy.

1. Review the changes and the attached e-mail, then respond to the councilman by phone (201)547-5204 and then by e-mail fulops@jcnj.org. Advise him that you have reviewed the changes, state your position and include which community you live in.
2. Keep this letter going, pass it on to your friends and neighbors, and have them pass it on again. Voice your opinion to your community groups and have their members contact the councilman to support the legislation and see if the individuals suppressing this proposal really represent their community?s point of view.
3. If you send me your e-mail address I will keep you informed, or better yet, come to the Hamilton Park Neighborhood Association meeting on Wednesday at 7:30 pm at Corador School on Erie Street between Pavonia and 9th Streets and voice your opinion.

As individuals we can make a change for our own homes and not give over to a commission or the Historic Preservation Officer all our property rights. If you wish to discuss the proposed changes I can be reached at my e-mail wacurtin@aol.com.

Very truly yours




Warren Curtin

Posted on: 2005/12/7 20:59
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Re: Taqueria
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Picked up 6 pork tacos last night for a quick dinner. I think they may even have increased the portions of the taco filling. With 3 tacos each, the hubby and I were very satisfied.

Posted on: 2005/12/7 15:33
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Re: What's this letter from Warren G. Curtin about?
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I received this letter as well. It's about the ongoing dispute between downtown homeowners and the historic preservation.

The letter didn't really provide details on that vote that took place, and the reason(s) why, of all the neighborhood associations, only VVP voted against the proposed amendments to the ordinance.

If anyone is interested in seeing the letter, PM me.

Posted on: 2005/12/7 0:16
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Re: Taqueria
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You're welcome. We love you guys (couldn't you tell?), and we're very happy that your first month was a success. We hope you the best, and again welcome to the hood!

(hmm...tacos for lunch sounds good right about now ...)

Posted on: 2005/12/4 16:17
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Re: Taqueria
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We picked up some food at Taqueria tonight before heading over to Victory Hall to see the Heist. Tried the cactus taco - I have to admit that I wasn't very fond of it. Everything else, however, was great.

I was also glad to see that the place was nearly at capacity. 8 tables out of 10 or 11 were occupied while we waited for our food.

I really hope they do well. I was sad to see Hamilton Cafe go, but Taqueria is a great addition to the 'hood.

Quote:

glenn wrote:
I finally paid a visit and really liked the tacos. Unfortunately, they were out of cactus. Has anyone tried this?


Posted on: 2005/11/19 3:12
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Re: Taqueria
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According to my Mexican friends, Taqueria (and the old Taco Truck) does indeed serve authentic Mexican food! One of them told me just this morning that they brought some of their (Mexican) friends there over the weekend, and they all raved about the food.

[ Glenn, no philosophical debates on "authentic," please! ]

Heck, even if Taqueria's food weren't authentic, I'd still keep patronizing that place. Their food is great, the prices are very low, and the owners are just so darn nice. I, too, hope they do well.

Summagold: why don't you give the place a try? You say you've never been there, so you can't really pass judgment.


Posted on: 2005/11/10 8:25
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Re: HPNA neglects to hold Nominations for Elections
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Minnie for President! At least with her on the reigns, we'll know that there will be true transparency.

Why haven't the HPNA officers posted on this thread yet? I'd like to hear their side of the story.

Posted on: 2005/11/3 14:49
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Re: HPNA neglects to hold Nominations for Elections
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Oh, I'm pretty sure Minnie will. Keep us posted, ok?

Posted on: 2005/11/2 15:29
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Re: Taqueria
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Fajitas aren't 'real' Mexican? Somebody 'splain, por favor.

Posted on: 2005/11/2 15:27
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Re: Lefrak Sues Jersey City Museum
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Oy vey. I don't know what's funnier: the lawsuit's implication that a small, non-profit museum trying to "extort" a multi-billion developer, or that the museum has received a whopping $250 from Lefrak to date, despite the developer's promise to donate $1M - with some conditions, of course. LOL.

Posted on: 2005/10/4 17:18
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Re: Flood Insurance.......Do You Need It ?
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We are required to purchase a flood ins policy by our mortgage lender, and I presume all downtown JC homeowners are, too. Do we need it? Apparently so, because we are in a flood zone. But what does it actually cover? I've no clue.

Posted on: 2005/9/8 3:08
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Re: The Beacon
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Former Hospital Could Become 1,200 Condos

'Beacon' development will preserve Med Center architecture, may include museum

Excerpts:

Ultimately, according to the redevelopers of the site, Metrovest Equities, the entire project could include a $350 million renovation of the hospital buildings, including 1,200 rental and condo apartments, shops, a central courtyard, a dog run, a restaurant, a grocery store, and the parking garage.

The buildings to be redeveloped in phase one will be the center building at the Baldwin Avenue main entrance to the hospital, and two buildings adjoining the center building. The main entrance for the new project will be on Montgomery Street.

The developer

Filopoulos also spoke during the presentation, answering questions from the Planning Board.

He said the Beacon will have features accessible to local residents. He said there will be a museum dedicated to the history of the Medical Center, as well as a supermarket and an early child care center.

Filopoulos also said that the size of the residential units being built in the first phase will average 900 square feet because of the way the original medical buildings were designed and constructed. Future units being built in the other phases will average 2,000 square feet.

Also:

http://www.njcu.edu/programs/jchistor ... ue_Maternity_Hospital.htm

As part of the Jersey City Medical Center Complex at Montgomery and Baldwin Avenues, the Maternity Hospital will undergo renovation. Rather than demolishing these locally significant and historic structures, the Jersey City Redevelopment Agency named Metrovest Equities of Manhattan to rehabilitate the buildings. The complex will be called the Beacon and redesigned for rental and condominium apartments as well as commercial space and cultural venues. The renovation project is to be completed by 2010 for a projected cost of $350 million.

Lastly, from the JCEDC site
http://www.jcedc.org/new/jj040405.html

The initial stage of the three-phase project, called the Beacon, would target three buildings, turning them into 314 condominium units, a rooftop restaurant, a public pre-K /daycare center, and 64,821 square feet of office/retail space. The initial round of construction also would include all roadway, landscaping and utility work, as well as the construction of a new 1,049-space parking garage.

When completed, the complex will feature 1,200 condominium units, a public theater, a gourmet market, parks, shops, a dog run, a library and business center, screening rooms, a spa and a museum devoted to the Jersey City Medical Center.

Posted on: 2005/7/28 22:39
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Re: $2M Brownstone In Paulus Hook?
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This listing has been deleted. The seller or agent must've gotten a good dose of reality

Posted on: 2005/7/11 3:40
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Re: How about an Arts & Entertainment Forum?
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I guess we could just start some renegade social/arts/entertainment threads and hope WebFalcon doesn't swoop in and clean them up.

Posted on: 2005/6/12 1:24
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Re: How about an Arts & Entertainment Forum?
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Yes, please? We seriously need one.

Posted on: 2005/5/26 3:58
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Re: Legal Grounds - Coffee Shop on Grand Street
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Quote:

Xtian wrote:
Now, now, u r 2 kind. Thanks for stopping by guys and we really enjoyed your company as well. In fact, we are planing on building out the back room as a cozy lounge sort of feel just for you guys. But gimmie a week or so to finish it. We hope to see again real soon.

Don't forget the old joke- If u r an American in the kitchen, what r u in the bathroom-he,he,he... . Just kidding Europa we loved you as well.

Good Night I am closing now so I can start working on that room.

Best Regards,
Chris



It was a pleasure, Chris! I see ourselves being regulars at your joint. You and your wife will definitely get sick of our mugs in there!

Posted on: 2005/3/6 15:30
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Re: Legal Grounds - Coffee Shop on Grand Street
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Move over, Basic, there's a new coffee shop in town! Legal Grounds has definitely topped my list, after having sampled their espresso and latte this evening.

These folks truly know how to brew a perfect cup, and they use the best beans and equipment money can buy. I've learned that they also roast their own beans and were trained by the best barista in the country. Their espresso was reminiscent of the best cafe (aka espresso) my husband and I had during our recent trip to Italy.

The place is very warm and cozy, with more chairs, tables and free WiFi evidently on their way. The owners and staff are equally warm and friendly, making our first visit very enjoyable.

Basic will always hold a special place in my heart, but this new spot is Legally my new number one. This is exactly the type of coffee shop we've been wishing for in our area.

Welcome to the 'hood and I wish Xtian and his lovely wife the best of luck.

Posted on: 2005/3/6 2:26
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Re: Daniel Wrieden aka 'Queer Eye For The Historic House Guy'
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Quote:

Minnie wrote:
Is a good article. Curtin's a real life machine isn't he?


I can personally attest to the fact that Warren is an upstanding citizen. As I mentioned in another post, he was our previous landlard [at that Varick street property mentioned in that article] who eventually became our real estate agent when we purchased our first home.

I'm glad to see that he is getting somewhere with his petition. Oh, and is that jclist that they alluded to at the end of the article? Hmmmm...

Posted on: 2004/12/14 5:02
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Re: I am getting the heck out of Newport
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that last post was from me.

anyway, as for the original post, i agree with half of your statements but the other half really are not founded on any facts.

i do not subscribe to a "go back from whence you came" mentality, but since you've already stated that you are "getting the heck out of Newport," then let me be the first (or second, or third ... ) to say,
Bon Voyage!

Posted on: 2004/11/1 0:20
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