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A township council redevelopment committee will meet with the principal of M&M Realty Partners to discuss the future of the Route 70 site, Councilman Jim Fozman said this week.
"We're setting up another meeting with the redeveloper," when he returns form vacation, Fozman said.
Last month, M&M representatives requested the council change the site's redevelopment plan – which currently calls for a hotel and banquet facility to be built at the site – to allow 192 condominium units, commercial space and about 70 rental units, depending on the complex's overall size.
The proposal has been met with public criticism.
Fozman discussed the matter in response to a question posed by resident John Zingis during the public comment portion of Tuesday's council meeting. Zingis said he was upset that the process of choosing a plan for the site had not been more open to the public.
"The committee has to agree first on what's going to happen and how we're going to go forward on this," said Fozman.
"That's unfortunate," Zingis replied. "I understand your issues with respect to having some closed door meetings, but the minute that door is open, this entire community has a right to know."
"I think the developer really struck a nerve coming in here at the last minute with all these condos," Zingis continued. "I, for one, do not want to see condos in this town, no more. 192 on Route 70 is disgusting. It takes three traffic signals to get through the center of town."
"If you put a hotel, restaurant there, a bank, you're going to go through the same process," said Fozman.
Dawn White, another resident, asked that the council meet with the Citizens' Redevelopment Committee to discuss the matter.
"There is an environmental consultant, there is an engineer, there is someone who has dealt in the planning board and land use meetings for the last 12 years and has sat through hundreds and hundreds of meeting through the approval process," on the committee, she said. "None of you have contacted the chair to sit with any of us, and I don't understand that."
Fozman said he would meet with the committee.
The future of the site remains, ultimately, in the hands of the township council.
"No matter what the procedures are that are laid out in [the redevelopment] agreement, the redevelopment plan is adopted by ordinance and it cannot be changed in the absence of an ordinance," said township attorney Jean Cipriani.
The allow for condominiums to be built at the site, the council would have to approve a revised ordinance on first reading allowing the change from the hotel plan, then hold a public hearing and second vote.
"We're ready, willing and able to do what the council designs this site to do," said Mayor Stephen C. Acropolis. "I … thought we had a plan in place, and now it looks like that plan has changed."
Council President Bob Moore said the future of the site is "not a dead issue" and there will be opportunities for more public input on the tract's future.
BW
7:55 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
""We're ready, willing and able to do what the council designs this site to do," said Mayor Stephen C. Acropolis. "I … thought we had a plan in place, and now it looks like that plan has changed.""
Correct..in Sept 2005 while running for Mayor, Acropolis PROMISED the people the property would be used as a community center for the town and would be complete by Nov 2007.
shorecorruption
6:49 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
A big Year Round Water Park that makes money for schools.Why would you put condos in and burden the taxpayer.
Linda
9:25 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Linda
8:56 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Brick is so crowded as it is, allowing condos and more and more people to move in without caring for the residents who are already here, is just plain rediculous. What ever happened to the community center plan anyway? We need activities and programs that keep our kids, families and seniors glad to be part of the Brick community. We have lost all sense of "oneness". Before Brick becomes a series of traffic jams and liquor imporiums, could we please create a place where people can meet and feel that much needed sense of belonging.
KC
1:21 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Nah let's not. Let's instead build another Auto Zone, another Chicken wing joint , a donut hole, a nail salon, a tanning salon another liquor imporium and let's not forget a Walgreen/CVS, Applebee/Fridays.
This town ......... s (fill in the blank).
coffeetyme
9:30 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
The town is bend on putting something here regardless what ever it is will be a traffic nightmare ( it is already & nothing is there) NO matter what they decide they HAVE to think of how to fix the traffic flow... with that said, I heard a great idea that personally would love to see & would be a great fun place for everyone, A old time drive in movie theater with a 50's / car hop it will be great for locals & for our tourist .
Gary
10:02 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
The Homedepot was a better idea, this is crazy talk. Over 250 condos, for purchase and rental....totally nuts. This company M&M buys a trailer park on Rt 88 for what reason. They built Costco center which took years because of bad soil. And now condo, its going to look like North Brick....The bottom line is they done even own the property......This was another dumb purchase by Brick...I would take the vacant lot over 250 condos.......lol
joieR
8:46 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
its there 2 home depots within 5 miles of this site?? Don't think we need anther one... think outside the " BOX" some great Ideas here, yr round water park, old fashion drive in? How about a I play America Like they have in Freehold???
Brickresident
10:03 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
What a waste of a meeting. Maybe they should let the people vote on what to do with the land. We have enough condos and slums in brick. Why more.
brick strong
10:59 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Lose of income since 2005 for Brick..
Katherine Lockwood
11:04 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
The council president promised that there would be an open discussion and vote with the residents, I guess he is also being blindsided by Fozman.
Fozman is delusional if he thinks that this is a good idea, which he has stated multiple times. He said off the record Tues night that he thinks the condos will be purchased(1200sq ft at >300K), and also fears we will lose the 7.5M offer if we change the plans. I told him he needs to stop thinking short term here. Ugh so disgusted.
Please join Friends of Forge pond NJ on Facebook, and friendsofforgepond.org if you want to get more involved. We need to prevent housing from taking over this optimal piece of real estate.
Also find a link to a petition on change.org, Lets make sure they do right for this town, Thanks Katy
https://www.change.org/petitions/the-development-of-proposed-metedeconk-village-at-the-foodtown-site-consider-the-needs-of-the-residents-of-brick
Katherine Lockwood
11:10 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I think the .org address is wrong friendsofforgepondnj.org
Joseph Woolston Brick
11:45 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I should get my own psychic show on TV. I knew from day one that the goal for this property would be a residential area, why because parts of it, is on water. The last thing this town needs are condos and apartments at this site. The mantra by those at town hall was always been that some sort of facility would be put in there for the benefit of the people of Brick, a nice lie to smooth ruffled feathers, also in the promise was to put something in there that would have little if no impact on traffic. Another lie. The only thing that should go on that property is:
A. A childrens hospital ran along the lines of St. Judes Childrens Hospital
B. A Cancer Treatment Center of America
C. A park, open space for the people of Brick
Since A & B are probably an impossibility then C. seems to be the likely choice.
Like the lies stated above, those "luxury" condos promised at the site will probably be section 8 by the time everything is said and done and that's the last thing the people in this town want. As far as it being a waterfront property, if your idea of living on water thats only good for paddle boats and fishing for Sunnies, then I guess there's your place!
J
11:53 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Weren't they offering a tax deal as well? We don't need anymore condos! And we sure as heck don't need more housing that will not be paying their fair share of the taxes, while the rest of us bear the brunt. We lost a lot of water front taxes and all this tax talk on the app ect... is starting to frighten me.
coffeetyme
11:56 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I wonder if there is nothing build there because if there was it will give them nothing to talk about for the past 7 years....
Mike M
12:52 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Judging by the volume of comments that articles on the Foodtown lot receives, nearly all of which oppose the condo/ apartment fiasco, please consider joining with the new group, Friends of Forge Pond NJ. In order to effectively voice our opposition, and to demand that residents have a voice in the planning process going forward, we need to speak in a unified voice. Look for the group on Facebook and at http://www.friendsofforgepondnj.org/wp/ . We need to act quickly if we want to be included in the planning for the future of this very valuable asset that belongs to every resident of Brick. It should not be left to M&M Property Management and the Town Council to make decisions on their own.
shorecorruption
6:53 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Town Water Park.
JB
3:09 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Can't the Twp terminate this deal now? Isn't the property worth more now than when they sold it a few years ago???
They didn't want the HD a few years ago because of the traffic....what kind of traffic will this project entail? Are you kidding?
Why is the Council even entertaining these discussions?
NO NO NO
BW
3:17 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
JB, there is no sale, not one dime has exchanged hands in the past 5 years. There is a contract, that Scott claims, they keep amending and therefore is not public record. The taxpayers have no idea how much the sale price is or what the exact terms are. It is all smoke mirrors, and telling the people to bend over and take it.
Nicole O
3:34 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I do not like the sound of this at all.?
More LOW income housing in Brick, They approved to build behind Shop Rite+ Post Office; more stores,more condos.? Honestly, someone wants to have more condos + stores, with children on a Main Highway.? - Give me a break !
"If you think" your selling $300K condos to rich people up north; because thay "might" park their boats across the way.?
Think again, someone who's a Boater, with a $300 - 500K a year income or pension?
Why would that buyer; buy a $300 condo in Brick,want to live across from a major 5 lane Highway and traffic?
With no direct Boating access; other than to drive 30 mins In a loop around in Traffic, just to get across the street to their boat.?
No one would even think; of crossing Rt 70 anytime of the day or night.
A real boater would agree ! Especially someone who can afford a $300K condo, $50K car or truck and $200K boat who pays $25K a year to dock and store it.
Real - People with that kind of money will want a direct route from the condo to their Boating area. That I promis you.!
I'm reading scam some where in here.
Enough said:
It's getting close,anyone know who might be running for our "New Council" who applied ?
Those names have to surface sooner or later; we want to know.
Jo Amesco
5:00 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
is thre anyone looking to run for council.? or are we gonna keep dealing with these few clowns on stage.?
MOONPOOL
3:50 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Sounds like fozman has made a back room deal with m&m realty. Fozman talks just like he is running the show and double duce is his side kick. Reminds me of the scarpelli days! The only one missing is scarpelli? Fozman is clone of the scarpelli era. Fozman needs to muzzle that blond Halloween lawn ornament that coaches. Him from the. Back of the meeting room.
wonder is Vera collects cigar's and plays ball!
Jo Amesco
5:23 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
What ? His wife sits in back ?
Is that the voice I always hear when I watch on the Brick TV.? a woman shouting from the back, whenever someone has something to say about Frozman?
As to councilman, I'm not sure what's going on up there or behind close doors and I don't like it too much going on right now, it makes me nervous.
Wait, could you immagine if his wife runs for a postion ?
As the young lady asked before, do we know who's running yet? It's almost March, they usually announce it in April? who interviewd for council on both sides?
or are the sameone people gonning to keep running, someone has to know by now.?
This has been kept quiet for some reason.?
we usually hear rumors,names by now, and we don't even have that?
who's running?
Jo Amesco
5:24 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Good one Moonpool, that was funny.! go for it, love to read your comments !
shorecorruption
7:02 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Why don't you towns people set a date,and have a town meeting less the Mayor and Council.Like in the old days when the people had the say.
Bob Short
1:54 pm on Friday, February 22, 2013
Good point for both Moonpool about back room dealings and to Jo Amesco's anyone know whos running.?
Vince Latchford
3:56 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Does anyone know for sure if there is any requirement for a person or corporation doing business with the Township to publish the names of anyone in the org. that has contributed to the campaign of any civic official? There has been some mention on the Patch that there might be some such connection in this case, and I would like to know if it is true. If there's no such requuirement, maybe there should be.
mineeeemoh
5:08 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
ELEC will grant you your wish in finding out who may have donated to the elected officials.
Respectfully submitted,
After6
mineeeemoh
5:17 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
If you visit the ELEC website, you can find out who contribute to elected officials.
Respectfully,
After6
brick strong
4:35 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Mayor how can we have Fozman in charge of this project ?? The town Lawyers and Engineers should be looking out for the towns best interest not The Foz he needs help from his peanut gallery to get dressed..GOD HELP US..
mineeeemoh
5:20 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
My apology for the double post. For some reason the first one did not post within my time constraints.
Jo Amesco
5:26 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Hey, where's the Chief Wahoooooo ? I hope the fella is ok, I haven't seen any of his post lately.? he would be writing pages on this.. Hey buddy, I miss your commenting!
ChiefWahoo
12:31 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
The Marxist @ Patch suspended him , for no good reason.....Thanks for asking about Chief Wahoo...... Fight Club will try our best, to do as good as a job as Chief Wahoo did in WAKING THE SHEEP UP !!!!!!!!!!!
Freedom of Speech, just not at the Patch !
Katherine Lockwood
8:24 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Gotta be kidding me, he's not that out of line.
He also appears to be intelligent so I'd have to assume he will resurface with new identity, if he hasn't already.
Tarkus
11:20 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Chief Wahoo is now using the name "Fight Club", FYI.
Katherine Lockwood
5:17 pm on Friday, February 22, 2013
Really? Oh I hadn't figured that out;)
mineeeemoh
5:34 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Well now isn't this blockbuster news? Former Clark, NJ Republican Councilwoman gets a job at Brick Town Hall. I heard she is the GOP replacement for Brando?
Jo Amesco
6:34 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
That's funny, wasn't there a councilman who was involved with a council woman from up north a while ago.? "coincidence?"
So, let me guess, she just moved into town in 2012 ( Brick was the secondary address, sudenly now as primary - with mail forwarding back north ) again, someone with money trying to run for office.
Here we go again folks, what do you say - Lets keep Brando.!
Mineeeemoh,,, what else or who else do you know..? who else, who else? tell me more, names, faces, who's who fella.
It's after 6
Jo Amesco
4:32 pm on Friday, February 22, 2013
Fight Club - this is all you: Right from the Clark Patch April 6, 2012
The coming election will bring change for the Republican party. Councilwoman Sheila Whiting is not seeking re-election. Council-members-at-large Al Barr (R) and Angel Albanese's (R) terms are up this year, but both are running again. Joining them on the Republican ticket is newcomer William "Bill" Smith.
Phil Laskowski, who ran for council in the fourth ward in 2010, losing to Brian Toal, and newcomers Michael Altman and Michelle Novak make up the Democratic slate. Check back later today for more info on each of the council candidates.
"I've been on council for 12 years and did PTA stints for 10 years, so it’s been a long time," Whiting told Patch. "But my husband is going to retire and we are going to move to the shore. I'm going to miss the people of Clark - there’s only one Clark, New Jersey. I’m going to miss working with them and working for them, but when it’s your time to go, it’s your time go."
As to her replacement? "Bill Smith - what a nice guy," says Whiting. "He's been working for Clark for a long time and it's nice to see some new blood getting involved."
"We’re gonna miss Shiela," Mayor Bonaccorso told Patch. "She's a longtime community activitist, and any cause that’s happened in this town, she, her husband and her family answered call. It’ll be a great loss to community, but I’m sure we’ll still always see her around. We all wish her and her family luck."
Jo Amesco
4:40 pm on Friday, February 22, 2013
mineeeemoh
I hope your not right on this one or making accusations??
according to the councilwomans "Own words" she's not running and wants to get away from councliwoman ? Shes been on Board for 12 years,, could you immagine ? She stands solid to her town Clark NJ..
She wants to spend quality time with her husband who's retired? who's ever giving you that information or starting rumors - should check on it.?
Councilwoman Sheila Whiting is not seeking re-election. - "I've been on council for 12 years and did PTA stints for 10 years, so it’s been a long time," Whiting told Patch. "But my husband is going to retire and we are going to move to the shore. I'm going to miss the people of Clark - there’s only one Clark, New Jersey. I’m going to miss working with them and working for them, but when it’s your time to go, it’s your time go."
mineeeemoh
5:35 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
And I heard they told him!
Respectfully,
After6
Joseph Woolston Brick
7:49 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Guess we are all going to have to band together again and do a Ice Palace style block.
Katherine Lockwood
8:08 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Joseph please read the following petition, sign and forward. http://www.change.org/petitions/the-development-of-proposed-metedeconk-village-at-the-foodtown-site-consider-the-needs-of-the-residents-of-brick
disgusted homeowner
9:07 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I've said this before; just put the old Foodtown back and the folks will be dancing in the streets with joy!!!!! Then all will be well in the merry old land of Brick......
Jo Amesco
11:25 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Ha, Ha, funny fella, I like it.
brick strong
10:13 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
@Mineeeemoh...Get your facts correct...The ones being replaced are the three blind mice democrates...
John Zingis
10:48 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Thank you all for paying attention. I was floored when Fozman accidently blurted out he was having his own private meeting. I almost fell over. To that end, I am participating and in support of www.friendsofforgepondnj.org. We all agree we must do somethng with the property, but we must let the public have a voice.
Stay tuned fellwo citizens and thank you all for posting your comments. It seems pretty clear that this township DOES NOT want more "luxury condos for the few" as our town center.
THANK YOU.
Mike M
11:09 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Fozman's comment was very telling. It does make me wonder how many of these meetings have taken place with M&M and Jack Morris concerning Forge Pond. Most likely we'll find more than one if we are give the chance to look into it.
Residents must be given a voice in the redevelopment process and I have a feeling that time is running short. Those of us who seek a spot at the negotiating table need to act quickly to ensure we're given a chance to be heard. Please visit www.friendsofforgepondnj.org and join the Facebook page of Friends of Forge Pond NJ to become involved in our efforts.
mineeeemoh
12:03 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Hey former Pt Pleasant Beach Councilman John Zingis. We are quite surprised you have seemed to have forgotten protocol. Being a former employee of so many engineering firms, including Birdsall we thought your facts would be factual.
Oops!
Here are the facts regarding the structure of committees, straight from the township website so you can become familiar with their setup .-
The Township Council works through the committee system to address the varied needs of our community. Council Committees consist of three members of the Council who work on issues in each committee's respective areas of concern and then bring recommended actions to the entire council. The committee assignments for 2013 are as follows:
Business and Finance (purchasing, insurance, computers, treasurer, budget, personnel)
John Ducey - Chairperson
Jim Fozman
Dan Toth
Continued on next post.
John Zingis
6:46 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
I know, but when you have sub-committees, they are OPEN and report back to the governing body. BTW, it was Point Pleasant Borough, mid 80's. I the greatest feeling that I had when leaving office was "When I got into office I didn't owe anybody. When I left office, I didn;t owe anybody".
So I would simplay ask you, the people and the governing body ....Why the secrecy and the last minute change to the land use of the largest parcel of OUR LAND.
I recommend that you come to a meeting and voice your concerns.
Jo Amesco
11:25 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Why is it always people with big money,pensions well to do, always running the show.?
John Zingis
3:14 pm on Friday, February 22, 2013
Ms. / Mr. Mi*********
I was traveling today and some thoughts came to mind .....
#1 - Why don't you use your real name as I do.
#2 - Why bring up Birdsall, I did work for them in the early 80's HELLOOOOOOOO
#3 - I was a Pt. Pleasant Borough Councilman and ALL Council Committee chairs reported back to the entire governing body at every council meeting (FULL DISCLOSURE)
To that end, I am a citizen of Brick who has an opinion. It appears to be shared by many according to comments in th ebrick Patch.
It's very unfortunate that Councilman Fozman has elected to run his Committee as he chooses. That's hid decission and I respect that, although I may not agree, as I've publically stated.
So, please join the public debate in a civilized manner. Maybe you can come to the next meeting and share your concerns.
I would LOVE that,
mineeeemoh
12:04 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Recreation (parks, waterfront, beaches, equipment, programs)
Bob Moore - Chairperson
Domenick Brando
John Ducey
Land Use (master plan, zoning, street vacations, Green Acres)
Susan Lydecker - Chairperson
Jim Fozman
Bob Moore
Public Works (roads, garbage, recycling, landfills, street lighting, utilities)
Jim Fozman - Chairperson
Susan Lydecker
Bob Moore
Public Safety (police, state, county, town ordinances, municipal court)
John Ducey - Chairperson
Susan Lydecker
Bob Moore
Cable TV Policy
Jim Fozman - Chairperson
Domenick Brando
Dan Toth
Ethics
John Ducey - Chairperson
Jim Fozman
Susan Lydecker
Technology
Domenick Brando - Chairperson
Joseph Sangiovanni
Dan Toth
Redevelopment
Jim Fozman - Chairperson
John Ducey
Susan Lydecker
Jo Amesco
10:54 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Thank you, good information for the future,, I have to make a copy of this list; just incase something funny happens in a few months.
ChiefWahoo
12:43 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Make it a Farmers Market
You are going to need it
joieR
8:50 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
The Mantoloking market has been closed ( farmers market) however some type of activity is going on in there & they aren't selling produce anymore...
Does ANYONE know whats going on on there?
brick strong
9:08 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
@John Z. Mineeemoh was at meeting sitting in the back loudly yelling her comments and objections...
Katherine Lockwood
10:24 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Funny I was thinking this morning, I wouldnt be surprised to find out mineeemoh was the objector, fits the profile.
brick strong
9:09 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
She is the voice for Fozman
moonpool
9:16 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
What are the odds that the FBI arrests a Dem councilmen or two before the election?
double duce 48%
fartman 66%
moron 42%
tooter. 51%
sangergo. 0.3%
baandy. 0.3%
place. Your bets!
Jo Amesco
10:55 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
too funny fella, too funny.!!
moonpool
9:23 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
For got one
lipstick 32%
lipstick will get coucht up on fartmans quest to fill scarpellis shoes with his pack tooter.moron ans boubble duce
Jo Amesco
11:23 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Ok, now we all agree about the past and preseant players and the ring master, who's in the pool for our future ? who are the "New Candidates" ??? who applied from the Democrat and Republic sides.
This has been such a mystery . . . ? no one, I mean, no one is talking about who's running, or who screened for the position ?
As it seems to be; They keep us focus on - only whats', going on stage.?
Why are the New commers are so quiet ?
That could only mean that both sides have something.
This Nov 2013 election will be a good one people"
Joseph Woolston Brick
9:58 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
Now I know why my Comcast cable was so high!
Cable TV Policy
Jim Fozman - Chairperson
Domenick Brando
Dan Toth
Not to change the subject, but did you the good people of Brick, know that if you put up a good omni directional antenna on the roof, you can get 30+ channels from NYC and almost the same from Philly? I'm saving tons of cash not tethered to Comcast anymore. You can do the same! Then we won't need a Cable TV committee, is this the committee that gave Comcast a 15 year exclusive contract?
Bob Short
1:40 pm on Friday, February 22, 2013
Business and Finance = John Ducey - Jim Fozman
Land Use = Jim Fozman
Public Works = Jim Fozman
Cable TV Policy = Jim Fozman
Ethics = John Ducey - Jim Fozman
Redevelopment = Jim Fozman - John Ducey
" coincidence ''
hhhhh..M+M..hhhhhh anyone else see, what I see here.... ??
Attorney + Contractor all on the same page of as the Developer.
Bob Short
1:50 pm on Friday, February 22, 2013
I have a real bad feeling about this people.. If they know, that they might get voted out for Nov.
Someone may already have a back room deal in play, no matter what happens after the election.
Take a look again who has the whole market cornered. Scam Alert Scam Alert
Next election, No more - Rich people playing Rich peoples' games .
No more - pension living, No upper or six figure income erners,
No more - well to do people running our town,.
They only care about themselfs. They have nothing to loose, They can always retire somewhere else if things go bad.. Can you ? Can you pick up and leave tomarrow? These people can, so, if things go bad, would they be around.? I bet NOT... we will be stuck here living with the problems that they caused years after they've gone.
John Zingis
1:36 pm on Saturday, February 23, 2013
Hello Friends of Forge Pond NJ. PLEASE get your kids involved. I had a great conversation with young adults today about the Foodtown site. I told them what was goin on and they were horrified. I asked that they get involved. After all, I told them, it's your property too. I also told them I needed much help with social media. I hope they come through to spread the word that all we need is a civilized public debate over the future use of the Forge pnd property.
www.friendsofforgepondnj.org
Thank you all.
ShoreResident
2:19 pm on Saturday, February 23, 2013
Still trying to digest this plan. What stands out in my mind is that we really have nothing like the is our town. It seems like a much more urban type of plan. I looked at some on the info posted on the friends website and I see they are expecting approx 500 residents along with the retail space. This floors me! This is an absolute overdevelopment and over use of this property. I am shocked that the council would even consider something like this as potentially suitable. I am shaking me head on this one. Even if the plan is cut in half it would be overdeveloped. This will be a massive behemoth that will stand out in this mostly one and two story town where single family housing dominates. I just don't get it.
Mike M
2:38 pm on Saturday, February 23, 2013
There's really not much to make sense of here. It seems that the Council just doesn't want to be bothered by the whole issue of the redevelopment and is just letting M&M do whatever they want or they just want something built there ASAP in order to look good. In any case we need to impressed them that the residents want a seat at the table as redevelopment plans move forward. I, and many other residents, feel that this latest proposal is not in the best interest of current residents. There are ways to create a community asset that provides revenues for the town and active and passive recreation areas for usage of all segments of residents. It just takes some thought and planning. It's an asset for the town, not the Council's or M&M's. Please, anyone who agrees needs to get involved; if you use Facebook pls. join the group "Friends of Forge Pond NJ" in order to stay in the loop. Thank you.
John Zingis
8:55 am on Tuesday, March 26, 2013
www.FriendsofForgePondNJ.org are working hard to continue the accumulation of public information and will present new questions to Council.
Anyone interested in the development of the site MUST ATTEND the upcoming Council meeting on April 2nd.
Additionally, Councilman Fozman requested that anyone with suggestions for the future development of the site should email him or the Citizens Redevelopment Committee. BTW, the Citizens Redevelopment Committee is scheduled to meet at Town Hall this Thursday evening. It's a "closed session", but the public has the right at least to know ther's a meeting. I REALLY would hope the Chairman of the Committee would report to Council so we would get an accurare accounting of the meeting.
Please look for us on Facebook too. Friends of Forge Pond - NJ is not against developing the site, but the development must benefit ALL Brick Residents and be done so in an environmentally smart manner. Afterall, this is our last chance to develop this property correctly. PLEASE GET INVOLVED, COME TO MEETINGS AND LET YOUR OPINIONS BE HEARD.
Thanks
John Zingis
9:07 am on Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Check out this petition. Review it, and if you agree, get involved.
http://www.change.org/petitions/the-development-of-proposed-metedeconk-village-at-the-foodtown-site-consider-the-needs-of-the-residents-of-brick
As far as I'm concerned Council should act this coming council meeting and put the stake through the heart of the proposed "condo - strip mall" redevelopment idea.
Katherine Lockwood
10:25 am on Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Thanks for the updates John, I do hope that more people get involved so that the council truely can feel how pressing of an issue this is for the residents of Brick and so that Mr Fozman can see that this is not what is in the best interest of this town.
John Zingis
10:19 pm on Monday, April 1, 2013
Brick Council meeting tomorrow night - April 2nd at 7pm. The discussion of future condo use at the former Foodtown site will be a much discussed topic. All should attend and join in the discussion. It's OUR TOWN.