Specter of Eminent Domain Haunts Long Branch Mayoral Race (Part I)
“It is almost tradition at this point: every four years, Long Branch inevitably finds itself a city divided. With the non-partisan mayoral election now less than a month away, the showdown between those who support…
New developer in place for lower Broadway
“New owners are in place to direct the future of the deteriorating Broadway Arts redevelopment zone in Long Branch. Summit-based Diversified Realty Advisors officially assumed control of the zone last month, taking ownership of 52…
Beach Replenishment On Track For Toms River
“Toms River’s ocean beaches are still on track for a federally-funded replenishment project to begin this fall. “As far as the DEP and the Army Corps are concerned, we are in a good position,” said…
Readington should drop Solberg fight
“The Readington Township Committee has misled the public in an effort to garner support for their failed political agenda. Through their taxpayer-funded public relations campaign, they have misrepresented to Readington residents the purpose and intent…
Christie seemed unaware he signed Camden eminent domain bill
“Asked Monday about a measure giving eminent domain powers to a new Rutgers-Camden and Rowan University joint board of governors, Gov. Christie said he was unaware of such a proposal. “If a bill like that…
Christie Forgot He Signed Bill Authorizing State University To Use Eminent Domain
“New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has apparently forgotten that he recently signed a bill giving a New Jersey state university board the power to condemn private property [HT: Nick Sibilla]: Asked Monday about a measure…
Don’t let BVT take away rights of homeowners
“The previous Buena Vista Township Committee removed the redevelopment designation from Richland Village as requested by Richland residents who are affected by the blighted area designation. Development and redevelopment are two different things. I strongly…
Bloomfield opinion: Lion Gate
“Here in Bloomfield, the Township Council is considering the use of eminent domain for the Lion Gate property. The property is currently owned by a private developer and is being planned for 104 townhouses, which…
Irvington’s eminent domain plan not the answer
“Irvington Mayor Wayne Smith and Udi Ofer, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey, suggested the adoption of a program that requires the township to use the power of eminent domain…
Is Montclair’s eminent domain seizure worth the fight?
“Is a new police parking lot worth a lengthy eminent domain battle in the courts? And does Montclair have any better use for a half-million dollars? As the Montclair Township Council prepares to embark on…