tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52791612009-02-20T17:23:26.201-08:00MAYWOOD TRUTH HURTSHONEST AND UNCENSORED news of Maywood, N.J. Borough Council meetings and issues. Perhaps the only place on the media spectrum which can provide the real checks and balances needed in monitoring the highly questionable daily dealings of Maywood's elected/appointed officials and the federal, state and county elected officials/bureaucrats who inexplicably work hand-in-glove with them. Only here will you get the truth, the whole truth and nothing but THE MAYWOOD TRUTH!!!Chrisnoreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1130957519667442822005-11-02T10:51:00.000-08:002005-11-02T10:51:59.666-08:00Scroll down a bit to read about Maywood's Vornado retail store application.Hello, I'm Chris Neidenberg. For 14 years, I covered your community while working for a "mainstream weekly newspaper." I'm now writing independently, and I am trying to tell you the truth about what's going on in the borough of Maywood.Please E-Mail me with your thoughts or ideas at neiden4@aol.comPhone: 973-365-1121I'm Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1130957306899957522005-11-02T10:47:00.000-08:002005-11-09T06:58:51.296-08:00Doubt you'll ever see this reported anywhere in Maywood's "mainstream" print media.AN OPINION ...NEW JERSEY'S TWO-FACED "TOXIC DEMS" ARE AT IT AGAIN!!!Corzine mum on "sweetheart Dem deal" saving polluter millions?By Chris NeidenbergIt's election time in New Jersey again, and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jon Corzine and his cronies are again trying to "brainwash" the public into thinking - Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1130937124388844142005-11-02T05:11:00.000-08:002005-11-02T10:55:31.993-08:00I'M GLAD TO BE BACK!I was delighted to be able to cover the most recent meeting of your Planning/Zoning Board centering on the Vornado application, and,I hope, I haven't missed a beat.Unfortunately "technical problems" with the web host delayed the story from appearing on this site for almost two weeks. I have - at least temporarily - redesigned the site in fixing this annoying snafu.Concerning Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1129191974749834272005-10-13T00:56:00.000-07:002005-10-15T20:47:34.696-07:00BIG VORNADO RETAIL APPLICATION DELAYEDMall developer looking to amend its store building planBy Chris NeidenbergThe Planning/Zoning Board has granted Vornado Realty Trust's request to indefinitely delay introducing before the public its big shopping center project - slated for Maywood's part of the Bergen Mall.At a special meeting convened Oct. 4, planners voted 9-0 to let the Paramus-based Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1100107835069136772004-11-10T08:56:00.003-08:002004-11-12T03:27:40.026-08:00MAYWOOD TRUTH IS ALIVE AND WELL - It has been nine months since I've put up my last post, but I have not gone anywhere. Unfortunately, it might appear that - based on the last post - your mayor has succeeded in bullying me but that is NOT the case.
The truth is, I've been busy paying personal attention to my life and I'm looking to find the time to resume as this is a volunteer endeavor. Please Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1076386715787986982004-02-09T20:18:00.000-08:002004-02-12T02:12:42.653-08:00AN OPINION,,,
READERS OF MAYWOOD TRUTH, WE HAVE NEWS FOR YOU ...
MAYOR TOM RICHARDS SAYS HE'S "WATCHING" US
Mayor warns, "I'm watching every word of your web site"
By Chris Neidenberg
In his usual menacing style, Mayor Tom Richards issued this warning to MAYWOOD TRUTH HURTS:
"I am watching every word of your web site."
Mr. Richards issued his warning just before the start of the council's Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1076384580358402472004-02-09T19:43:00.000-08:002004-02-09T19:45:25.373-08:00.A NEW YEAR"S MESSAGE FROM MAYWOOD TRUTH
AS WE ENTER 2004, I HOPE TO HAVE EVEN MORE NEW POSTS UPCOMING, AS I'VE BEEN SOMEWHAT BEHIND.
I'M PROUD OF THE FACT THAT, WITH MAYWOOD TRUTH, YOU"RE CLEARLY GETTING PERSPECTIVES THAT YOU ARE SIMPLY NOT SEEING ANYWHERE IN THE "MAINSTREAM" BERGEN COUNTY PRINT MEDIA, OF WHICH I WAS ONCE A PART OF.
THAT HAS BEEN BORNE OUT OVER TIME.
AS ONE WHO ONCE WORKED Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1073791975144203222004-01-10T19:32:00.000-08:002004-01-11T06:55:14.450-08:00RICHARD$' VI$ION FOR THE TOXIC $EAR$ $ITE?
RICHARDS SALIVATING OVER SEARS PROPERTY
But new mayor warned not to usurp Planning Board's role
By Chris Neidenberg
In 2004, new Mayor Thomas Richards has visions of almighty dollar signs - in the form of heightened tax revenues -- dancing in his head through possibly re-developing the currently polluted Sears Distribution Center property.
And big Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1073314984477554902004-01-05T07:03:00.000-08:002004-01-08T05:30:41.420-08:00REYNOLDS "WRAPS" UP POLICE CHIEF TENURE
Move gives Richards chance to name his successor
Patrick Reynolds has officially "wrapped" up his tenure as police chief following an almost seven-year run in the capacity, and nearly 30 years with the department.
Reynolds announced his intentions during a Dec. 3 work session. The decision, which took effect New Year's Day, means incoming Mayor Tom Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1072410048135936022003-12-25T19:40:00.000-08:002004-01-04T09:34:15.013-08:00NOTE: The article following this advisory expresses serious concerns about the conduct of Maywood’s elected officials, and how they have historically treated residents, as a prelude to examining the incoming administration.
We understand that there is a “new guard” on the council which has, on occasion, positively addressed concerns important to residents (such as the state of the municipality’Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1072190206355997382003-12-23T06:36:00.000-08:002004-01-08T05:50:47.170-08:00THE TWO FACES OF "PARTISAN" TOM RICHARDS
What happened to mayor-elect's "non-partisan" push?
By Chris Neidenberg
Wearing "two faces" when it comes to stating positions on borough issues almost seems as though it has become a cute little gimmick (not to mention a pleasant and iversionary pastime) for new Democratic Mayor-elect Thomas Richards.
And Maywood Truth has repeatedly proven this point Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1068085861471614292003-11-05T18:31:00.000-08:002003-12-22T03:00:41.170-08:00DEMS RE-TAKE CONTROL OF MAYWOOD GOVERNING BODY IN 2004.
Councilman Thomas Richards bested his Republican opponent, Thomas Gaffney, in the Nov. 4 mayoral election. Democratic Councilman Dr. Tim Eustace and newcomer Jack Savage defeated Republican challengers Daniel Palazzo and Robert Tarleton.
The victories give Democrats control of the governing body for the first time since 2001 upon Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1066027619730379652003-10-12T23:46:00.000-07:002003-10-23T08:05:04.470-07:00THE CORPS' PARTIAL THORIUM RECORD OF DECISION.
QUESTIONS THAT SEPT. 30 "MAINSTREAM" DAILY ARTICLE EITHER COULD NOT OR WOULD NOT ADDRESS, BUT WHICH ABSOLUTELY MUST BE ANSWERED IN THE COMING WEEKS AND MONTHS.
A. WHEN WILL - OR EVEN WILL - THE EPA FINALLY REQUIRE STEPAN CHEMICAL COMPANY TO ISSUE ITS OWN LONG_DELAYED PROPOSED PLAN FOR ADDRESSING THE CLEANUP OF SEPARATE SOIL AND GROUNDWATER Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1064039931989620912003-09-19T23:09:00.000-07:002003-09-21T20:36:50.333-07:00JUST AN OPINION ...
NJ DEMOCRATS AND "POLLUTERS" - PERFECT TOGETHER?
Party seems to play "polluter card" everywhere - but in Maywood
By Chris Neidenberg
In light of the recent passing of Concerned Citizen environmental activist Mike Nolan, and given a recent radio "scare" ad I heard - from the New Jersey State Democratic Committee - I just had to say something.
Seems like every time GardenChrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1064037207673849992003-09-19T22:32:00.000-07:002003-09-21T22:06:42.076-07:00COUNCIL TRYIING TO QUIETLY SETTLE "STEUERT" BUILDING FIASCO?
Critics fade into "woodwork," as council settles dispute with contractor
By Chris Neidenberg
It was a controversy which once triggered calls to the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office, and featured loud community critics vowing to vigorously pursue investigations.
Yet, with little fanfare, the Borough Council recently approved a Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1062392018743025602003-08-31T21:53:00.000-07:002003-08-31T21:59:38.860-07:00RICHARDS “SWITCHES ON” MEMORIAL LIGHTS ISSUE
Flip flops in backing referendum on MYAA ballfield initiative
By Chris Neidenberg
In a major switcheroo, Democratic mayoral nominee -Councilman Thomas Richards - has endorsed holding a voter referendum this November on the hot potato issue of whether the borough should fund the Maywood Youth Athletic Association’s (MYAA’s) request for Memorial Field Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1062390637398983042003-08-31T21:30:00.000-07:002003-09-03T17:17:37.796-07:00DEMS KEEP JEANNE MATULLO’S OLD SEAT FEMALE
LaPietra returns for vacancy after three-year absence
By Chris Neidenberg
Maywood Democrats took steps recently to keep the seat former Councilwoman Jeanne Matullo vacated in the woman’s column.
They did so by getting the Republican-controlled Borough Council to approve returning Lorraine LaPietra to the dais after a four-year absence.
LaPietra Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1059328159013189062003-07-27T10:49:00.000-07:002003-08-06T13:49:36.293-07:00BOROUGH COMMITTING HEAVY MONIES FOR LIBRARY UPGRADES
Old council chambers in basement will become library room
By Chris Neidenberg
Though one councilman has insisted that borough taxpayers cannot afford it, a governing body majority is prepared to create an additional debt of roughly $800,000 to launch major upgrades at the Maywood Public Library.
A major feature of the initiative is Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1059307263244113042003-07-27T05:01:00.000-07:002003-07-27T05:46:58.846-07:00COUNCIL WORKING ON NEW PARK OFF BRIARCLIFF AVE.
Bungled Duvier loan, yet state still steers monies to new site
The municipality is working on a new park that will be located at the southerly end of Briarclif Avenue, using monies from a botched loan originally intended for the current Arthur Fenniman Park site.
In the early spring, the council, following lengthy delays, awarded a $124,915 bid toChrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-1058641916827239742003-07-19T12:11:00.000-07:002003-07-19T12:11:56.803-07:00MONITORING RICHARDS' AND ROTHMAN'S CONDUCT IN MAYWOOD'S SAD THORIUM DEBACLE
RICHARDS: ROTHMAN SENDS 1 MORE LETTER RE: CLEANUP PLAN
Rep. keeps sending letters to agency; has little clout in getting action
By Chris Neidenberg
Rep. Steve Rothman (D-9) has sent a new letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pushing the agency to move forward in disclosing a final record of decision (ROD) Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-959202052003-06-22T10:57:00.000-07:002003-07-19T04:54:51.386-07:00Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-959168562003-06-22T08:25:00.000-07:002003-06-24T04:05:30.000-07:00STEPAN ALLY, TORRICELLI, COULD OVERSEE JC CHROMIUM CLEANUP
Ex-senator in new role; critics say he shielded boro polluter for 18 years
By Chris Neidenberg
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In a major and controversial development. a federal judge has named former U.S. Senator Robert Torricelli - longtime friend of Maywood polluter Stepan Chemical Company - "a special master" who could oversee Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-957173902003-06-16T07:41:00.001-07:002003-08-01T07:10:46.303-07:00ARE RICHARDS, EUSTACE STUCK WITH STEPAN MESS?
COUNCILMAN: CHARGE FEDS FEE FOR HOSTING THORIUM SITE
Resident says sue U.S. gov.; pols silent on Army Corps' ROD holdup
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By Chris Neidenberg
As Maywood's thorium quagmire continues, Democratic Councilman Dr. Tim Eustace is suggesting that the borough try compelling U.S. authorities to pay host fees the longer they Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-956909852003-06-15T11:56:00.001-07:002003-06-17T10:25:54.000-07:00CITIZENS’ PETITION: ‘LIGHTS ARE A TURNOFF’
Merchant offers signatures to keep Memorial Park dark
By Chris Neidenberg
A local merchant has offered the Borough Council a citizens’ petition demanding that it “call out” a plan to erect lights over the baseball field on Memorial Park’s west side.
At the council’s May 28 meeting, Rich Hennion, owner of Another Facet jewelers along West Pleasant Chrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5279161.post-954622522003-06-09T06:11:00.000-07:002003-06-12T08:38:10.000-07:00COUNCIL RATIFIES LIQUIDATORS" PARKING PACT
Apartment dwellers can use the Lodi store overnights
By Chris Neidenberg
The Borough Council has ratified an agreement with the owners of National Wholesale Liquidators in Lodi, allowing tenants living in Maywood's south-end apartment complexes free overnight use of the store's parking lot just across the street.
Republicans and Democrats joined Chrisnoreply@blogger.com