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Hackensack Discussion / Planning Board Docket for August 11, 2004
« on: August 10, 2004, 07:41:05 PM »
Abbrieviated Planning Board Docket for August 11, 2004

1.   Roll Call.

2.   Approval of bills.

3.   Consideration of minutes of the meeting of July 14, 2004

4.   Memoralization of resolutions from meeting of July 14, 2004 after review of requested plans:

a)290 Lodi St.: approved
b)272 Poplar Ave: approved
c)Newman Street, Essex Street, Green Street (Redevelopment area): approved

5. 493 Essex Street: Applicant wants to tear down one family dwelling and construct a medical office building.

6. East Atlantic and Moore Street:  Autozone wants to build a store here.  Several variances required.

7. 276/282 James Street: Applicant wants to tear down structure and subdivide property into four lots of 50x120.

8. Concept Hearing: Michael Napolitano- Proposed subdivision: Hudson and Water Streets. ??

9. New business

10. Public comments

11. Adjournment

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Hackensack Discussion / Re: Mini Motorcycles
« on: August 09, 2004, 07:12:42 PM »
New Jersey law discussed here: Police say pocket bikes illegal, will be ticketed (Dead Link)

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Hackensack Discussion / Re: Boys & Girls Club proposal
« on: August 09, 2004, 10:08:47 AM »
From The Record's "Heros & Zeros" column:

Thumbs up to Hackensack resident Larry Riley for his ongoing, tireless fight to open a Boys and Girls Club in his city. The 72-year-old grandfather's efforts on behalf of children are in addition to his running a neighborhood watch and speaking out eloquently on many community issues.


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Hackensack Discussion / Re: Proposed plan for County DPW/PD
« on: August 09, 2004, 10:06:45 AM »
Latest story on this topic:  New County Police HQ/DPW: $350,000 study

County will pay $350,000 for feasibility study for the S. Goldberg site.

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Hackensack Discussion / Re: Noise Ordinance?
« on: August 06, 2004, 11:47:19 AM »
I have a very out-dated city code book, but the one that I have says:

Section 112-2: 

A: It is hereby declared to be a nuisance and it shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation or their agents or employees owning or occupying any building or premises to permit any noise which is audible beyond said building or premises between the hours of 9:00pm and 7:00am, current time, or on any Sunday or legal holiday.

B: It is hereby declared to be a nuisance and it shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation or their agents or employees owning or occupying any building or premises to operate or permit to be operated any type of machinery, appliance, equipment or hand tool which emits noise beyond the premises upon which said machinery, appliance, equipment or hand tool is being operated or used, between the hours of 9:00 pm and 7:00, current time, or on any Sunday or legal holiday.


There is an exception carved out for industrial districts, as defined by ordinance and the provision is not applicable to utility companies or government agencies in the performance of emergency repairs or construction that is required to be performed in the public's interest.

There are also special permits that allow for work outside the normal hours set forth above.

The Police Dept. enforces the ordinance.

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Hackensack Discussion / Re: Boys & Girls Club proposal
« on: August 04, 2004, 10:17:11 AM »
Latest story in The Record:  Advocate for kids steps up his fight

The article says:

Among the possible locations they have considered: the old Bergen County Prosecutor's Office on Linden Street, and what was Guy-Ross Chevrolet on River Street. The latter was recently knocked down, and a Commerce Bank will be built there.

Instead of pursuing a large structure, however, Nardino and Riley said they could locate in a Main Street storefront and offer a limited amount of programs.


Maybe the Boys and Girls Club could take the form of a series of club locations at several properties throughout Hackensack.  There are several vacant commercial properties up and down Main Street, Hudson Street, etc.  This plan may have the advantage of:

1. distributing any traffic conjestion problem throughout several neighborhoods
2. appealing to children from different neighborhoods
3. serving as "testing ground" for what programs are favored.
4. bringing pedestrian traffic to areas that could use it
5. taking advantage of other resources (parks, mass transit) throughout Hackensack.

Example:  There is an Ice Cream/Sandwich shop under construction near Target on Main Street at the north end.    Memorial Park is across the street.  There is a NJ Transit bus stop across the street.  There are is a strip mall under construction on the next block.  Fairmount School is one block away. There is at least one vacant property on that block. Is this not a good location for a small chapter of the Boys and Girls Club?

The Hackensack Shuttle Bus, or a separate Boys & Girls Club shuttle, could connect the various satellite clubs when needed.

Just a thought.

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Hackensack Discussion / Re: In Memory of Bill Di Lunardi
« on: August 03, 2004, 11:35:57 AM »
From The Record:

William Mark "Bill" Di Lunardi   
 
Di LUNARDI - William Mark "Bill" died on Saturday, July 31, 2004, at the age of 42. Beloved husband of Eleanor L. (nee Berdan). Devoted father of Rachael Lynne Di Lunardi. Loving son Judith (nee Sabatino) and her husband Paul Juritsch and the late William Mark Di Lunardi Sr. Dearest brother of Elizabeth Reber and Debbie Piearo . The funeral on Thursday at 9 AM from the G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Home, 397 Union Street, Hackensack. The Mass of Christian Burial at St. Anthony's R.C. Church, Nanuet, at 11 AM. Interment St. Anthony's Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM.

Memorial donations to the Rachael Lynne Di Lunardi College Trust Fund, 77 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601, would be appreciated.
 

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Hackensack Discussion / Re: Murder on Main Street
« on: August 03, 2004, 10:53:37 AM »
See related news article:  Merchant's suspicious death stuns customers

See In Memory of Bill Di Lunardi

From The Record:

William Mark "Bill" Di Lunardi   

Di LUNARDI - William Mark "Bill" died on Saturday, July 31, 2004, at the age of 42. Beloved husband of Eleanor L. (nee Berdan). Devoted father of Rachael Lynne Di Lunardi. Loving son Judith (nee Sabatino) and her husband Paul Juritsch and the late William Mark Di Lunardi Sr. Dearest brother of Elizabeth Reber and Debbie Piearo . The funeral on Thursday at 9 AM from the G. Thomas Gentile Funeral Home, 397 Union Street, Hackensack. The Mass of Christian Burial at St. Anthony's R.C. Church, Nanuet, at 11 AM. Interment St. Anthony's Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM.

Memorial donations to the Rachael Lynne Di Lunardi College Trust Fund, 77 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601, would be appreciated.

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Hackensack Discussion / In Memory of Bill Di Lunardi
« on: August 03, 2004, 03:35:17 AM »
In Memory of Bill Di Lunardi

1962-2004

________________

For about two years, I would start my day at Court House News on Main Street. Iced-tea with lemon and a buttered role. That was my routine.

Still half asleep, I would hear Bill shout my name from the far end of the narrow, crowded shop where he prepared countless breakfasts orders. I can’t remember introducing myself and, for the longest time, I wondered why he would take the time to remember my name. After all, I was just another customer.


Turns out, as the weeks went on, I noticed Bill said hi to everyone, - by name. Bill made it a point to learn the names of his customers,- what they did, where they came from, what their interests were. Bill served hundreds of customers.

Over the next several months, we became friends. Eventually, I introduced him to other people in my office. He remembered their names too. If someone didn’t come in with me as usual, Bill would notice and ask about them.

It dawned on me that Bill’s success was due in no small part to his ability to interact with people and connect with them. Throughout his three shops on Main Street, I saw photographs of Bill with such notables as Governor George Pataki, President Bill Clinton, and Gary Busey, to name a few. Aside from being an accomplished entrepreneur, Bill was also a distinguished photographer and was frequently asked to photograph high profile functions.

Bill got to know everyone. He went out of his way to make people feel comfortable, appreciated, even loved. After a year or so, when I would stop by the shop, he’d pull the cigarette out of his mouth, wrap his arm around my neck and hug me. Always interested in what was happening, we’d chat for a while before some emergency would pull him back to one of his three businesses.

Three businesses! Shoulder to shoulder with Eleanor, his mother and several employees, the adjacent shops were always teeming with activity. Swarms of customers, deliveries, and phone calls. Even though he was constantly plagued with dozens of responsibilities, he always took the time to ask about me and the people in my life, as he did with so many others.

Last summer, Bill and Eleanor hosted a few get-togethers at their place on Main Street. One time Bill rolled his bar-b-que grill out front and started grilling on the sidewalk. He always thought Main Street could use some night life, so he made some. One person stopped by, then another and before long, we had a party and everyone was invited. Bill was very inclusive. Later that summer, we had a few more. Each one a little more elaborate. Truly memorable. Just last week, we talked about having another one.

While I can’t claim to have been one of Bill’s closer friends, I can say that in the short time that that I knew him, he inspired me. He showed me what was possible with determination, hard work and vision.

Bill had vision. He had plans, not just for his family business, but for the Main Street business community as a whole. He had grand ideas of what Main Street could be. He talked about what businesses would do well on the strip and what people would enjoy. He had ideas about expansion and community involvement. In fact, he received numerous accolades in the press for promoting a downtown revitalization, including an award from the New Jersey Small Business Development Center.

In many ways, Bill embodied the idea of "community". As ambitious and self-motivated as he was, he always had time for others. He fostered a sense of community and belonging that seems hard to come by these days. I wish I told him this.

The circumstances surrounding Bill’s sudden passing aren’t clear. What is clear is that he will be sorely missed by all who had the great fortune of knowing him,- even briefly.

We extend our deepest condolences to the Di Lunardi Family and pray for them in this time of grief.

Albert Dib


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Events & Calendar / 2nd Annual Hackensack River Day Celebration
« on: August 02, 2004, 11:54:25 AM »
2nd Annual Hackensack River Day Celebration

Hackensack - Hackensack Riverkeeper, the citizen-steward of the Hackensack River, announces that its second annual Hackensack RiverDay will take place on Sept. 18, 2004 from noon to 6 PM at Foschini Park in Hackensack.  Begun last year, this festival is a celebration of the Hackensack River and the communities that have grown up around it.

Admission is free and will feature activities of interest to people of all ages:

·       Canoeing, kayaking and fishing on the river
·       Musical entertainment by a variety of artists
·       Dunk tank and carnival games
·       Live animal presentations including flying hawks and falcons
·       Environmental speakers and displays
·       A special presentation by the Center for Modern Dance Education & dance workshops
·       Puppeteers and puppetry workshops
·       Special children’s activities
·       Food vendors

“The City of Hackensack is both the county seat and the capital of our watershed,” says Capt. Bill Sheehan. “It’s the perfect place to celebrate RiverDay.” Co-sponsored by the NY-NJ Harbor Estuary Program, Hackensack RiverDay is one of many events taking place throughout the region in commemoration of National Estuaries Day.

The Rain Date is Sunday, September 19.

As part of  the 2nd Annual Hackensack River Day Celebration,  the Center for Modern Dance Education will present free dance performances and free dance classes, in  Foschini Park, September 18, between the hours of noon and 5pm. There also will be boat rides, refreshments, and live music.  Call (201) 342-2989 for further information.

“Dunk the Riverkeeper” at Hackensack RiverDay
A chance for people to say that Captain Bill Sheehan is “all wet” on September 18

Hackensack, NJ - On Saturday, September 18, members of the public will have a unique opportunity to support the ongoing work of Hackensack Riverkeeper and have a lot of fun at the expense of its founder. For one hour between 2 and 3 PM, Captain Bill Sheehan will take his place on the hottest seat in town - in the dunk tank at Hackensack RiverDay. For a very small investment, folks can try their skill at sending the captain tumbling off that seat into a tank of cold Hackensack River water.

“The tank was our most successful activity last year,” said RiverDay coordinator Lisa Kelly. “Plus, it was just lots of fun seeing folks line up to dunk my boss - something most other employees can only dream about.”

RiverDay 2004 will take place at Foschini Park in Hackensack on Saturday, September 18 (Rain date: September 19) from noon until 6 PM and admission is free. On that day, the park will be transformed into a hotbed of activities celebrating the heritage of the river. In addition to the dunk tank, there will be canoe and kayak rides, fishing, music, live animal displays, environmental speakers and displays, food, games, crafts, special children’s activities and a special dance performance created especially for RiverDay.

The dance presentation, entitled River of Many Bends, is a collaborative project created through the Hackensack-based Center for Modern Dance Education. It is designed to explore the relationship between people, arts and nature.

In addition to Captain Sheehan, Ms. Kelly and other members of the Hackensack Riverkeeper staff will take their turns in the tank at various times throughout the day when they aren’t working other venues. The dunk tank, however, has become the focal point for their boss.

“I understand that Hackensack and many of the surrounding communities have successful Little League and Recreation League baseball and softball programs,” said Captain Sheehan. “I hope some of these kids show up at Foschini Park on September 18 so I can see just how good they really are!”

When asked if he was putting out a challenge to local ballplayers, the Captain simply smiled and said, “Yeah, I guess I am.” It remains to be seen if he will truly be “all wet” on RiverDay.

Hackensack Riverkeeper is the leading environmental organization working on Hackensack River issues. Founded in 1997 by Captain Bill Sheehan, the organization’s mission is threefold: the protection, preservation and restoration of the Hackensack River watershed. Hackensack RiverDay was begun last year as a celebration of the river, its history and culture.

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Free Classifieds and Announcements / wanted: used quad
« on: August 01, 2004, 10:56:00 AM »
A friend is looking for an older model ATV Quad in decent shape.  Will pay max: $1500.


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Hackensack Discussion / Trestle Flooding
« on: August 01, 2004, 10:03:04 AM »
The following opinion appeared in the August 1, 2004 edition of The Record:

Regarding "Trestle is higher but not any drier" (Page L-1, July 27):

My question is how would the pumping of water under the trestle on River Street in Hackensack back into the Hackensack River alleviate flooding if the Hackensack River were overflowing.

That's like shoveling something against the tide, isn't it?

Mary Hauptman


I don't know the answer to this question, but I assume that the area around the trestle is lower than areas farther down stream.  The pump would move rain water (not river water) into the river that wouldn't naturally flow there.  I don't think river water collects under the trestle.

I'll try to get a better response. 

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Hackensack Discussion / Re: How about that 4.5% tax increase?
« on: July 31, 2004, 10:29:43 PM »
Wetochwink writes:

"Most of the recent increases are due to rising health care costs. "

See a related story in The Record:  Health care costs likely to boost Hackensack tax

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Thanks Eric.

I had annouced my appointment in a prior City Council report here:
http://www.hackensacknow.com/forums/index.php/topic,207.0.html

I'm working with a former Hackensack Historian, Dr. Richard Lenk, in reviewing the archives at City Hall.  I'm also making inquiry into how these archives can be preserved both digitally and in hard copy.  Eventually, I'd like a portion of these archives available on the City's official site.   You may have noticed that I posted some pictures on Hackensack Now.

I'm open to suggestions about forming a Historic Commission. Those interested in being on the proposed Commission should contact me.  (editor@hackensacknow.com). I'm not sure if the Council would need to adopt a formal resolution creating a Commission.  I'll find out.

As for the museum, people within the City Administration suggested that some of the more interesting documents, photographs and artifacts be displayed at City Hall and rotated on a regular basis.  This is something I am currently exploring. 


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