Fireworks "Ludicrous" waste of cash or An image builder?

 


You vote is it "Ludicrous" waste of cash or An image builder?



 Council Member Cotler calls it a Ludicrous Waste of Cash sight. He argued that holding event should be in conjunction with something that would promote the town and drew more visitors was a more suitable option. Colter noted other municipalities have canceled fireworks displays that were not able to be held on the 4th and to postpone the display in the event of rain without providing any additional activities to promote the town was "ludicrous waste of $7,500." Council Member Engelstad said Bradley Beach is aiming to establish an image of a family oriented community, and the fireworks display was in-line with that image."We bill ourselves as a family resort, and there's a nice tradition of a family getting together on a beach at the end of the day and watching the fireworks. It's a nice thing to have" Gary said "It's an Investment into what we want our beach and our community to be" Well as a candidate for Mayor this November I in part agree with Dr Cotler it is a Ludicrous waste of tax payers money, many town have canceled their fireworks but not due to the day the fourth falls on but due to a municipality, not have the ability to fund these particular types of public events,” given the loss of state aid, In Red Bank we have a population facing financial difficulties in terms of maintaining their homes,” Menna explained about the borough’s decision. “So, we can’t fund or contribute in any fashion something that is perceived by the vast majority of the population as not critical to the operation of government, which is to maintain public safety and health.” I agree Mayor Menna if Red Bank is facing trough time I bet so are people in Bradley Beach . I also have to disagree with Council member Engelstad our motto is Of the people-By the people-For the people not something a committee made like Bradley Beach a family resort. Its time for Truth in Government, My Core Values: FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY, IMPROVED BUSINESS DISTRICT ,SMALLER GOVERNMENT, LOWER TAXES AND SUPPORT FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS. Please visit my website at www.electwemay.com 

Are you registered to vote in Bradley Beach

Are you registered to vote in Bradley Beach if so I am Wayne Edward May and I am humbly asking for your vote in November for Mayor of The Great Borough of Bradley Beach NJ. Also to do this I must find 25+ registered voters to sign my petition of nomination. Here is a small list of my core values. (1) Fiscal Responsibility. (2) Free Market in our business district. (3) Lower Taxes and a increase in the local economy.(4)Smaller Government. (5) Support of Volunteers.

 

 

First Transgender To run for Bradley Beach Mayor's seat in November.

First Transgender in the history of Monmouth County To run for Bradley Beach Mayor's seat in November.
W. E. May entered the race for the seat now held by Mayor Julie Schreck who announced earlier this year that she would not seek reelection.

W.E. May has been a long time resident of Bradley Beach and a long time Volunteer with many groups in the Bradley Beach Area. I will be running a clean race and my motto will be For Truth In Government

Bradley Beach Seniors Flea Market 6-9-2012

Bradley Beach Seniors Flea Market 6-9-2012 A very good turn 

out today. Fun time taken home great gifts.

Milton Edelman Jersey Shore # 1 Historic Photography.

Long Time Bradley Beach Resident Nancy Murry

Bradley Beach Police show support for  Special Olympics New Jersey
 

 

About The Torch Run

The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Jersey is a statewide campaign coordinated and managed by all divisions of Law Enforcement officers and officials from throughout the state. Through their efforts, events are conducted year round by the Law Enforcement Community to raise funds for the Special Olympics Movement, serving the athletes of New Jersey. In addition to fundraising, Law Enforcement volunteer at athlete events year round while serving as ambassadors in local communities.

History

In 1982, the late Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Officer Steven Vitale was asked to take photos at a local Special Olympics competition in New Jersey. He was so moved by the determination exhibited by the athletes that he asked other police officers to volunteer at the Summer Games. In 1984, the first New Jersey Torch Run was conceived to raise funds and public awareness for the Special Olympics New Jersey program. The course ran from Liberty State Park in Jersey City to Rutgers Stadium in New Brunswick through eight towns covering 43 miles and raising $7,000. In each succeeding year, the dollar amount became greater and the number of volunteers increased substantially. Today over $2M is raised annually by more than 3,000 officers through local and statewide events including the Law Enforcement Torch Run as part of the annual Summer Games in June.

Guardians Of The Flame                                                                     Each year dedicated Law Enforcement officers participate in a journey on foot that brings  the Special Olympics New Jersey "Flame of Hope" torch throughout the state.   Local business supporters, school children, spectators and members of the local community  line the roads to experience the excitement as they cheer on their local Law Enforcement  Officers. The journey ends when the fiery torch ignites the cauldron at the  Opening Ceremonies and officially opens the Summer Games. New Jersey’s annual Torch Run  began in 1983 to raise awareness and funds for the athletes of Special Olympics New Jersey. "The Torch Run is the culmination of the many hours that members of Law Enforcement  volunteer each year," according to Chief Robert Belfiore, Port Authority of NY/NJ  and Director of the New Jersey Law Enforcement Torch Run. "It is symbolic of the  commitment and dedication that New Jersey Law Enforcement has for Special Olympics  athletes in this state, and the camaraderie that has developed between Law Enforcement  and Special Olympics athletes." Members of Law Enforcement dedicate this run to the memory  of the 37 Port Authority Police officers who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, many of whom  were long-time supporters of Special Olympics New Jersey. "The dedication of the Law Enforcement community to Special Olympics New Jersey  is evident all year long, especially on the day of Summer Games Opening Ceremonies,"  according to Marc S. Edenzon, President of Special Olympics New Jersey.  "These committed friends epitomize their loyalty to the thousands of athletes of the  Summer Games by their hands-on involvement and tireless efforts to raise funds and   create awareness of Special Olympics, that success in life can be sparked by  success on the playing field." The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Jersey has been a major  sponsor of the organization since 1983. Their efforts are the result of a volunteer  committee of more than 30 members who annually coordinate the Torch Run, along  with the other fundraising events on behalf of Special Olympics New Jersey.  Included in this dedicated group are sponsors such as the New Jersey Policemen’s  Benevolent Association, the New Jersey Fraternal Order of Police, the New Jersey  Knights of Columbus, the Port Authority Police Benevolent Association,  Macy’s, the ShopRite/Wakefern Corporation and the Italian American Police  Society of New Jersey. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is a part of an international  series of torch runs held in every state and in more than 36 countries for Special Olympics. For more information on the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Jersey,  call (609)896-8000,

RIP Karin Marie Davis (nee, McGuigan)

Karin Marie Davis

 

Karin Marie Davis

West Belmar

Karin Marie Davis (nee, McGuigan), of West Belmar, passed away while surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, June 7, 2012, at Meridian Subacute Care Center in Wall. Karin fought a courageous battle against cancer and defied the odds to give her family some wonderful years. She was 56 years old. Karin was a loving and caring mother and grandmother. She worked as a weekend manager at the Arbors in Spring Lake and for Meridian Health Care System in both Neptune and Brick. Karin was born in Neptune and raised in Bradley Beach. She moved to West Belmar 24 years ago.

Karin is predeceased by her son, Phillip R. Davis Jr.; and her parents, Edward and Alice McGuigan. She is survived by; her husband of 34 years, Phillip R. Davis; her 5 children and their spouses, Robert and Shannon Davis of Fredericksburg, VA, Julie Davis of West Belmar, Nancy and Guido Codispoti of Tinton Falls, Kari-Ann Davis of Peekskill, NY, and Jennifer and Stephen Stoner of Auburn, WA; and her special nephew, Clint Davis Jr. of Neptune; her 5 grandchildren, KC, Kodi and Rachel Stoner and Brody and Colton Davis; her siblings and their spouses, Kevin and Carol McGuigan of Neptune, Debbie McGuigan of Laurence Harbor, Nancy and Douglas Walsh of Tampa FL, Linda Salisbury of Neptune, Mary and Dennis Moreau of Neptune and Laura Davis of Eatontown. She is also survived by her many wonderful nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 10 at the Reilly Funeral Home, 801 D St., Belmar. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, June 11 at Ascension R.C. Church, 501 Brinley Ave., Bradley Beach, NJ 07720. Committal will at Saint Anne's Cemetery in Wall. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142 in loving memory of Karin.

The Grip of the Rip

http://oceantoday.noaa.gov/ripcurrent/welcome.html

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

Heading to the beach soon? When going in for a swim, be alert to the signs of rip currents. Don't get dragged out to sea! Here's a great VIDEO that puts it all in your visual perspective and gives you a couple easy tips on how to "Break the Grip of the Rip" and escape from a rip current: http://bit.ly/MqUse2


*Your first line of defense is to read the surf forecast BEFORE you head to the beach. NOAA's National Weather Service is your first stop for this critical safety information: http://www.ripcurrents.noaa.gov/forecasts.shtml

*And remember: Your chances of surviving a rip current -- or any other beach-related hazard -- are greatly increased if you're swimming off a beach staffed by lifeguards.

NOAA photo: A rip current, as seen from the beachgoer's perspective.

Prepare, plan and stay informed this storm season

New Jersey Office of Emergency Management

Today is June 1st, the official start of Hurricane Season. The NJOEM, the NJ Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness and the NJ Department of Health issued preparedness and safety reminders this week.
http://www.state.nj.us/njoem/media/pdf/pr053012_hurricaneprepare.pdf

 

 

Prepare, plan and stay informed
this storm season

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FREEHOLD, NJ – The start of summer means also means hurricane season is revving up. The Monmouth County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) wants residents to be ready for storms and other emergencies before they hit.
“Last year’s Hurricane Irene drove home the idea of hurricane preparedness,” said Freeholder Lillian G. Burry, liaison to the county’s Sheriff’s Office and OEM. “Taking the basic steps now means you will be ready for virtually any big weather event or other disaster that may affect Monmouth County.”
“Preparing for the worst makes dealing with it that much easier,” Sheriff Shaun Golden said. “Every resident needs to prepare, plan and stay informed”

Prepare –  Assemble a Kit of Emergency Supplies – Batteries, flashlight, radio, first-aid kit,  medications, food and water to last three or more days, can opener, cooking tools, toiletries.

Plan – Create an Emergency Plan – Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, so plan a way to contact one another, such as enlisting the help of a third party in another state as a contact, and review what you will do in different situations.

Stay Informed – Listen to local radio and television for the latest information on storms and other emergencies. Review what warning sirens are used in your community to alert residents of major emergencies.

“The likelihood that you and your family will survive a nor’easter, hurricane or other emergency depends on the preparations that you make now,” Golden said.
Burry also recommends that residents take two additional steps. “To bring your readiness to the next level you should prepare your finances and consider making yourself available to help your neighbors in an emergency,” she said.

Financial Preparedness – Consider your insurance and financial needs in the event of a disaster. Also, take time to prepare a household inventory. If an evacuation is necessary, be sure to have cash or credit cards at your disposal.

Consider joining the Citizen Corps – Join others in you community who are ready to provide critical support to first responders and to fellow residents during emergencies.

Undergoing citizen corps training is a great way to feel empowered in the event of any emergency. The county has two primary programs for you to get involved:

Citizen Emergency Response Team, or CERT, is a program that trains community members to provide volunteer support to local emergency responders during community incidents and disasters. For more information, contact the county OEM  at 732-431-7400 or log onto the county Web site at www.visitmonmouth.com.

Medical Reserve Corps, or MRC, is also a community-based volunteer program that engages medical, public health and other civilian volunteers to strengthen public health and improve emergency preparedness and response. For more information, contact the county Health Department at 732-431-7456 or log onto the county Web site at www.visitmonmouth.com.

Additional information about storm and disaster preparations is available on the county’s Web site at www.visitmonmouth.com.
The county OEM works closely with federal, state and local partners to prepare for virtually all hazards, natural or manmade, that could affect New Jersey’s families, communities and businesses.

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Prepare. Plan. Stay Informed.

Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit:

• Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
• Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
• Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
• Flashlight and extra batteries 
• First aid kit 
• Whistle to signal for help 
• Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place 
• Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation 
• Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities 
• Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food) 
• Local maps
• Cell phone with chargers

Additional Items to Consider Adding to an Emergency Supply Kit:

• Prescription medications and glasses
• Infant formula and diapers
• Pet food and extra water for your pet
• Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container
• Cash or traveler's checks and change
• Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.gov
• Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.
• Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.
• Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.
• Fire Extinguisher
• Matches in a waterproof container
• Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
• Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels
• Paper and pencil
• Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children

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