Before I post the latest video of the Middletown Township Committee at work during this past Monday night's workshop meeting, I have to post this clip, it's a classic!
During the public hearing to discuss the $1.5M bond ordinance(#2013-3087) that will be used to finance the construction of 1 artificial turf sports field on the grounds of Thompson School and other field improvements at various schools around town, resident Linda Baum asked if a cost analysis was done to show revenue neutrality regarding the borrowing of the $1.5M to construct and improve these fields. The reason behind her asking was simple, at a previous meeting Committeeman Kevin Settembrino commented that the field project would be "revenue neutral" (his words) and the bond would be paid off by the money raised through increasing the user fees that various sports leagues around town pay to use the fields. To see if this was true and verify that revenue neutrality was indeed going to be achieved, she wanted to know if any documents existed to support Senttembrino's statement.
In typical fashion, acting mayor Gerry (I learned everything I needed to know about budgeting through osmosis) Scharfenberger told Ms. Baum that yes, there was a cost analysis done but there were no documents that could be OPRA'ed by her to verify the numbers because it was all done in in their (Township Committee/Administrator's) head.
OMG and LOL, I can't stop myself from laughing! We really do have a bunch of geniuses working for us here in Middletown.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Buono for Governor Releases "Always Proud" Ad
Last week, the Christie campaign released an ad that tried to paint a rosy picture of New Jersey. Yesterday, the Buono campaign released "Always Proud" to give the real story.
"In his campaign's first television ad, Governor Christie papered over the truth about how his policies have devastated the working poor and middle class. Our new web video sets the record straight by highlighting just how bad he has been for New Jersey.", said Buono campaign spokesman David Turner.
"In his campaign's first television ad, Governor Christie papered over the truth about how his policies have devastated the working poor and middle class. Our new web video sets the record straight by highlighting just how bad he has been for New Jersey.", said Buono campaign spokesman David Turner.
...Christie's ad didn't exactly tell the full story on the last four years in New Jersey. It is time to nominate Barbara Buono for governor of New Jersey - Vote June 4th.
Statement on Christie Veto of Lottery Privatization Oversight Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) issued the following statement upon New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s veto of a bill allowing legislative oversight over state’s plan to privatize lottery operations:
“Governor Christie’s decision to veto a bill that would have allowed important oversight over the impending privatization of New Jersey’s lottery is disturbing and speaks even more clearly of the need for such legislation. New Jersey’s lottery is a $2.6 billion enterprise and Governor Christie’s veto is a step in wrong direction to ensuring transparency over the process. I thoroughly disagree with the Governor’s decision and I will continue to remain committed to ensuring that this process is in complete compliance with federal law.
“That’s why, along with five of my colleagues, I signed on to a letter last month to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder requesting a review of New Jersey’s lottery privatization plan by the Department of Justice. Now that the Governor has vetoed legislation that would have provided critical oversight, it is even more imperative that federal government examine this process.”
There’s nothing funny about what Chris Christie is doing to our families.
(NEW JERSEY) – Today, One New Jersey released its third television commercial - highlighting the huge disconnect between the Chris Christie yukking it up on talk shows and his real, regressive record in New Jersey.
The spot will run as an additional six-figure, state-wide cable buy for the next few weeks. It is being supplemented by a robust online ad buy. This new commercial is airing concurrently with One New Jersey’s other spots, which have been running on cable, broadcast television and radio for the past month.
It's easy to sell a bill of goods in a five-minute segment with softball questions on an entertainment show, but it's quite another thing to answer for consistently trailing America when it comes to jobs, vetoing women's health funding and vetoing an increase in the minimum wage while protecting a tax cut for millionaires. When you scratch the surface, there's an enormous gulf between Christie's manufactured image and the reality that New Jersey families are hurting under his watch -- because of regressive policies, backwards priorities and wrong decisions.
Under Chris Christie, New Jersey has America's 7th highest unemployment and is the worst state in the region when it comes to joblessness. Property taxes skyrocketed some 20% on Christie's watch, while services are slashed. Fiscal pain has been pushed along to municipalities, while local residents are paying more and receiving less from local government. Commuters are dealing with higher train tickets, bus fares and tolls. Schools are in disrepair, while teachers are disparaged. New Jersey also became home to the 2nd highest percentage of mortgage loans in foreclosure in America, even though rates nationally are falling to their lowest levels since 2008.
TV's Chris Christie is funny. But there's nothing funny about what Republican Governor Chris Christie is doing to our families.
Sequester Takes Food from the Mouths of Seniors in Need
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Congressman calls for an end to across the board GOP spending cuts hitting Meals on Wheels
Long Branch, NJ— On Monday, May 6, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) visited Interfaith Neighbors, which operates a Meals on Wheels program in Asbury Park that has been strained due to the federal across the board budget cuts known as the sequester. Pallone called for a complete reversal of the cuts and noted their impact on the elderly, infirmed and homebound.
“Cuts to programs like Meals on Wheels are a perfect example of why Republican approach to indiscriminate, blind cuts are such a bad idea,” said Pallone. “Meals on Wheels addresses the very serious issue of hunger in our communities, enabling seniors to live longer in their homes by proving food and companionship. Limiting the ability of Meals on Wheels to provide those in need with food is unconscionable. Congress must fully repeal these destructive cuts and work on an approach to fix our deficit sensibly.”
Meals on Wheels offers seniors better health through the combination of a hot, nutritious meal and an opportunity for companionship. Interfaith Neighbors’ Meals on Wheels program is funded through U.S. Department of Agriculture reimbursements, Monmouth County grants, and donations. Interfaith serves nearly 400,000 meals per year and, as a result of the federal budget cuts, will provide 32,000 fewer meals to seniors.
The meals are nutritionally well balanced and planned by a registered dietitian on staff. The meals are available Monday through Friday from 10:00 a. m. to 2:00 p. m., and a limited weekend and holiday meal program is provided for the most needy and frail homebound seniors who have no one else to care for them. Meals on Wheels serves seniors over the age of sixty and a limited number of younger disabled persons as well.
Interfaith Neighbors, Inc. is a non-profit New Jersey Corporation, supported by over 90 religious congregations of all denominations plus hundreds of private donors as well as corporations, charitable gift trusts and foundations.
Congressman Pallone voted against the sequester, a set of indiscriminate federal budget cuts that went into effect March 1.
Congressman calls for an end to across the board GOP spending cuts hitting Meals on Wheels
Long Branch, NJ— On Monday, May 6, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) visited Interfaith Neighbors, which operates a Meals on Wheels program in Asbury Park that has been strained due to the federal across the board budget cuts known as the sequester. Pallone called for a complete reversal of the cuts and noted their impact on the elderly, infirmed and homebound.
“Cuts to programs like Meals on Wheels are a perfect example of why Republican approach to indiscriminate, blind cuts are such a bad idea,” said Pallone. “Meals on Wheels addresses the very serious issue of hunger in our communities, enabling seniors to live longer in their homes by proving food and companionship. Limiting the ability of Meals on Wheels to provide those in need with food is unconscionable. Congress must fully repeal these destructive cuts and work on an approach to fix our deficit sensibly.”
Meals on Wheels offers seniors better health through the combination of a hot, nutritious meal and an opportunity for companionship. Interfaith Neighbors’ Meals on Wheels program is funded through U.S. Department of Agriculture reimbursements, Monmouth County grants, and donations. Interfaith serves nearly 400,000 meals per year and, as a result of the federal budget cuts, will provide 32,000 fewer meals to seniors.
The meals are nutritionally well balanced and planned by a registered dietitian on staff. The meals are available Monday through Friday from 10:00 a. m. to 2:00 p. m., and a limited weekend and holiday meal program is provided for the most needy and frail homebound seniors who have no one else to care for them. Meals on Wheels serves seniors over the age of sixty and a limited number of younger disabled persons as well.
Interfaith Neighbors, Inc. is a non-profit New Jersey Corporation, supported by over 90 religious congregations of all denominations plus hundreds of private donors as well as corporations, charitable gift trusts and foundations.
Congressman Pallone voted against the sequester, a set of indiscriminate federal budget cuts that went into effect March 1.
Sunday, May 5, 2013
3 Years Later Brophy Was Right To Oppose Federal Detainees Held At Monmouth County Jail
Democratic Freeholder candidate Brian Froelich, wrote a letter that appeared in the Asbury Park Press over the weekend that stated how 2010 Monmouth County Sheriff candidate, Eric Brophy, was correct to oppose housing federal detainees in our county jail sighting the need for excessive overtime and other costs associated with it.
Now 3 years later, Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden, has decided to end the program that he championed as a money saver for the county, sighting excessive overtime costs and other expenses as his reason to end the program! Go figure...
Here's the letter:
The Asbury Park Press and the Monmouth County Republicans were wrong again.
When Democrat Eric Brophy ran against Republican incumbent Shaun Golden for sheriff in 2010, he said that housing federal detainees in the Monmouth County Jail for the federal government was causing expensive overtime, costing the county money, and should be stopped. Golden disagreed.
The Press endorsed Golden on that basis and said: “Brophy argues the county is losing money by housing federal detainees, saying it costs $179 per day to house an inmate, while the federal reimbursement rate is only $105. Golden’s argument that the county actually saves money … is more convincing.”
On Monday, Sheriff Golden’s office reported it would stop housing federal detainees in order to reduce corrections officers’ overtime and save money.
Now, if Golden and Republican freeholders would also stop hiring double-dipping pensioners, they might get close to saving the taxpayers what Democrat Brophy and others would have been saving taxpayers for the last three years.
Brian Froelich
Democratic candidate for freeholder
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Saturday Morning Cartoon: Pinky and the Brain - Jockey for Position
It's been a while since our last Saturday Morning Cartoon so in honor of the 139th running of the Kentucky Derby later today,I figured it was time for a timely cartoon.
You gotta hand it to the Brain, that little big headed mouse left very little to chance when it came to trying to take over the world. Unfortunately though, even the best of plans don't always work out the way they're suppose to.
Go Pharfignewton!
You gotta hand it to the Brain, that little big headed mouse left very little to chance when it came to trying to take over the world. Unfortunately though, even the best of plans don't always work out the way they're suppose to.
Go Pharfignewton!
President Obama's Weekly Address 5/4/13: Fixing our Immigration System and Expanding Trade in Latin America
WASHINGTON, DC—In his weekly address, President Obama spoke to the American people from Mexico City, Mexico about the incredible opportunities to create middle-class jobs in America by deepening our economic ties and expanding trade in Latin America. He also discussed a recent Senate bill that takes commonsense steps to fix our broken immigration system, like strengthening security on our border with Mexico, providing a pathway to earned citizenship, and modernizing our legal immigration system to attract highly skilled workers to our shores, which helps create jobs and grow the economy. The President will continue to work with our neighbors on our common security and common prosperity, so that we fix our broken immigration system, open more markets for American businesses, and create middle-class jobs for American workers.
Friday, May 3, 2013
More Than 18 Every Day
The following is from Congressman Rush Holt's newsletter:
As I have written to you previously, before today is out, if it is like every other day, at least 18 more veterans will have taken their own lives. In each of the past two years, I have obtained $40 million for military suicide prevention and outreach. Rep. Jon Runyan, a New Jersey Republican, has been a partner in this endeavor.
On Tuesday, at a press conference at the World War II Memorial in Trenton, we urged continued action to prevent military and veteran suicide. Ninety-seven of our colleagues in the U.S. House have joined us on a letter urging continuation of the $40 million again this year.
At the press conference, we spoke about the Vets4Warriors program, which connects veterans to peer counselors. Linda Bean, the mother of Sgt. Coleman S. Bean, who took his own life after returning from service in Iraq, spoke movingly about the need for greater outreach.
Veterans who are struggling with the emotional, physical, family or career consequences of their service can call 1-855-VET-TALK (1-855-838-8255), 24 hours a day. The call is free, and all counselors are veterans.
Not Just Air Traffic Controllers
Following debate soaked in hypocrisy last week, Congress voted to excuse air traffic controllers from the across-the-board spending cuts known as the sequester.
The legislation was presented by the authors of the sequester. I wonder what government services they next will decide are invaluable and irreplaceable.
Curiosity, Hope, and Fidelity to Facts
This week I attended an assembly of the National Academy of Sciences where President Obama, recognizing the 150th anniversary of the Academy, said, “What is so necessary for us to continue our scientific advance and to maintain our cutting-edge… is restless curiosity and boundless hope, but also a fidelity to facts and truth, and a willingness to follow where the evidence leads.” I appreciate having a President who has such a good understanding of the nature of science.
Meanwhile on Capitol Hill, Members of Congress were showing fundamental misunderstanding of the nature of science. Chairman Smith of the Science Committee proposed that no project of the National Science Foundation be approved unless the Director certifies in advance that it will enhance the U.S. economy or security in some specific, identifiable way. Presidential Science Advisor John Holdren responded that funded research should be measured by the time-tested process of peer review, not official certification.
Sincerely,
Rush Holt
Member of Congress
As I have written to you previously, before today is out, if it is like every other day, at least 18 more veterans will have taken their own lives. In each of the past two years, I have obtained $40 million for military suicide prevention and outreach. Rep. Jon Runyan, a New Jersey Republican, has been a partner in this endeavor.
On Tuesday, at a press conference at the World War II Memorial in Trenton, we urged continued action to prevent military and veteran suicide. Ninety-seven of our colleagues in the U.S. House have joined us on a letter urging continuation of the $40 million again this year.
At the press conference, we spoke about the Vets4Warriors program, which connects veterans to peer counselors. Linda Bean, the mother of Sgt. Coleman S. Bean, who took his own life after returning from service in Iraq, spoke movingly about the need for greater outreach.
Veterans who are struggling with the emotional, physical, family or career consequences of their service can call 1-855-VET-TALK (1-855-838-8255), 24 hours a day. The call is free, and all counselors are veterans.
Not Just Air Traffic Controllers
Following debate soaked in hypocrisy last week, Congress voted to excuse air traffic controllers from the across-the-board spending cuts known as the sequester.
The legislation was presented by the authors of the sequester. I wonder what government services they next will decide are invaluable and irreplaceable.
Curiosity, Hope, and Fidelity to Facts
This week I attended an assembly of the National Academy of Sciences where President Obama, recognizing the 150th anniversary of the Academy, said, “What is so necessary for us to continue our scientific advance and to maintain our cutting-edge… is restless curiosity and boundless hope, but also a fidelity to facts and truth, and a willingness to follow where the evidence leads.” I appreciate having a President who has such a good understanding of the nature of science.
Meanwhile on Capitol Hill, Members of Congress were showing fundamental misunderstanding of the nature of science. Chairman Smith of the Science Committee proposed that no project of the National Science Foundation be approved unless the Director certifies in advance that it will enhance the U.S. economy or security in some specific, identifiable way. Presidential Science Advisor John Holdren responded that funded research should be measured by the time-tested process of peer review, not official certification.
Sincerely,
Rush Holt
Member of Congress
Don't Miss Out On Free Comic Book Day!
Tomorrow, May 4th, is Free Comic Book Day and seeing how I'm a bit of a comic book geek myself, I'm not about to miss out a few free books.
What is Free Comic Book Day you ask?
Free Comic Book Day is a single day - the first Saturday in May each year - when participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely FREE* to anyone who comes into their stores.
For those who are Monmouth County resident and would like to know where they may be able to score there free books, here's a list of area shops that will be participating in Free Comic Book Day:
JAY & SILENT BOB'S SECRET STASH
35 Broad Street
Red Bank, NJ, 07701
(732) 758-0508
AMAZING STORIES
55 White Road
Shrewsbury, NJ, 07702
(732) 747-8686
HOBBY SHOP
1077 C Highway #34
Aberdeen Townsquare Shopping Center
Aberdeen, NJ, 07747
(732) 583-0505
COMICS PLUS
2005 Rt-35
Towne Shopping Center
Oakhurst, NJ, 07755
(732) 531-1566
ZAPP COMICS!
700 Tennent Rd
Manalapan, NJ, 07726
(732) 617-1333
*Check with your local comic book shop for their participation and rules.
Need a local comic shop to visit on May 4th? Use the "shop locator".
http://www.freecomicbookday.com/StoreLocator
Sandy Recovery Assessment
From the Middletown Alerts system:
The Monmouth County Long Term Recovery Group is conducting assessments of unmet needs of flood damaged areas of Middletown. The assessment is being conducted by World Renew Disaster Response Services, a volunteer group that has responded to disasters in the US for more than 40 years. If you have been affected by Superstorm Sandy, please stop by at one of the centers listed below. Your participation will help paint a complete picture of the recovery needs of our community.
Leonardo Walk-in Center
Henry Hudson Trail Activity Center, 945 Highway 36, Leonardo NJ 07737
The Monmouth County Long Term Recovery Group is conducting assessments of unmet needs of flood damaged areas of Middletown. The assessment is being conducted by World Renew Disaster Response Services, a volunteer group that has responded to disasters in the US for more than 40 years. If you have been affected by Superstorm Sandy, please stop by at one of the centers listed below. Your participation will help paint a complete picture of the recovery needs of our community.
Leonardo Walk-in Center
Henry Hudson Trail Activity Center, 945 Highway 36, Leonardo NJ 07737
- Saturday, May 4, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Monday, May 6, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Tuesday, May 7, 12:00-7:00 pm
Have Sandy Questions? Visit the Mobile DOBI May 8
From the Middletown Alerts system:
The state Division of Banking and Insurance representatives will hold a Mobile DOBI in Middletown at the Tonya Keller Community Center on Wednesday, May 8th from 12:00- 7:00 p.m. to help assist residents and discuss recovery and rebuilding efforts. The center is located at 50 Bray Avenue in North Middletown.
“This is an invaluable opportunity to get some face time with agencies that can help residents navigate through the recovery and rebuilding process,” said Mayor Gerard P. Scharfenberger. “I hope every resident recovering from Sandy will stop with questions.”
Staff will provide consumers with literature on such topics as property insurance, flood insurance and general information about filing insurance claims, as well as answer general questions and assistance. In order to expedite matters, residents should bring their insurance policy and any claim information to the mobile office. FEMA representatives have been invited to attend.
Consumers unable to attend a mobile office can call the Department with questions about banking and insurance matters at (609) 292-7272 or visit online at www.dobi.nj.gov.
The state Division of Banking and Insurance representatives will hold a Mobile DOBI in Middletown at the Tonya Keller Community Center on Wednesday, May 8th from 12:00- 7:00 p.m. to help assist residents and discuss recovery and rebuilding efforts. The center is located at 50 Bray Avenue in North Middletown.
“This is an invaluable opportunity to get some face time with agencies that can help residents navigate through the recovery and rebuilding process,” said Mayor Gerard P. Scharfenberger. “I hope every resident recovering from Sandy will stop with questions.”
Staff will provide consumers with literature on such topics as property insurance, flood insurance and general information about filing insurance claims, as well as answer general questions and assistance. In order to expedite matters, residents should bring their insurance policy and any claim information to the mobile office. FEMA representatives have been invited to attend.
Consumers unable to attend a mobile office can call the Department with questions about banking and insurance matters at (609) 292-7272 or visit online at www.dobi.nj.gov.
Pallone Announces Plans for Sea Bright to Manasquan Beach Replenishment Project in Monmouth Beach
Long Branch, NJ— Today, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), joined by Monmouth Beach Mayor Susan Howard, announced the Army Corps of Engineers’ plans for the Sea Bright to Manasquan beach replenishment project. Congressman Pallone outlined the scope and timeline of this critical work that will help protect the Shore.
The project will cover a majority of the beaches from Sea Bright to Manasquan, which is the largest beach nourishment project ever undertaken by the Army Corps of Engineers and the world’s biggest beach-fill project, in terms of sand volume. Once completed, the greater protective barrier between the coastal communities and the ocean will reduce the risk of flooding and storm related damages.
“Sadly, Sandy made many of our beaches already in need of work go from bad to worse. Sand was swept away by the storm, flattening our beaches by five to ten feet and narrowing the width, too. Not only will this project will fix the damage caused by Sandy but the Army Corps will replenish the beach to the original design profile, which will make the beach much wider than it was prior to Sandy,” said Pallone. “I have fought for these projects for years, and I’m pleased to finally see progress.”
"The Corps of Engineers is pleased to be moving forward with this beach replenishment project," said Col. Paul Owen, commander, Army Corps of Engineers, New York District. "Coastal storm risk reduction is a high priority and this project will go a long way toward helping to protect residents and infrastructure along the shores of Monmouth County."
$102 million has been allocated for this project from the Sandy aid package, which Pallone fought to pass in Congress.
The Army Corps of Engineers will complete this project through four contracts. The contract for Sea Bright to Monmouth Beach will be awarded in June, and the remaining three contracts: Belmar to Manasquan, Long Branch, and Asbury to Avon will be awarded in July. The Army Corps of Engineers expects to complete the entire project by the beginning of next year.
Crime Scene Middletown: Recent Police Activity Report For 4/22/13 - 5/1/13
Written and Issued by the Middletown Police Department
Monday, April 15 th, 2013 - Arrests do not indicate convictions
Michael Disarli, age 60, from Briarwood Avenue in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, arrested on April 22, 2013 by Patrolman Michael Nolan on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Elizabeth Municipal Court. He was released after posting $100.00 bail.
Brendan Frank, age 20, from Fleetwood Drive in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on April 22, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Shoplifting from the Kohls Store, Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Imitation Drugs and Conspiracy. He was held on $120,000.00 bail set by Judge James Berube.
Victoria Esposito, age 20, from Fleetwood Drive in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on April 22, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Shoplifting from Kohls Store, Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Imitation Drugs and Conspiracy. She was held on $55,000.00 bail with a 10% option set by Judge James Berube.
On April 22, 2013 Detective Kimberly Best arrested a 14 year old male juvenile from Leonardo, NJ, for Possession of K2.He was released pending a court date.
On April 22, 2013 Detective Daniel Sullivan arrested a 17 year old male juvenile from Middletown, NJ, for Burglary, Theft, Criminal Mischief and Conspiracy. He was released pending a court date.
Edgar Santoro, age 49, from Campbell Avenue in Belford, NJ, arrested on April 22, 2013 by
Patrolman Brady Carr for Aggravated Assault on Police Officer, Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of a Hypodermic Syringe, Possession of Cocaine and Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Holmdel Municipal Court. He was held on $31,800.00 bail.
James Betances, age 22, from Garfield Avenue in Keansburg, NJ, arrested on April 24, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Providing False Information to a Police Officer and on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Keansburg Municipal Court. He was released after posting $1,370.00 bail.
Jesse Carrdine, age 18, from Phalanx Road in Lincroft, NJ, arrested on April 23, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Possession of Heroin and Being under the Influence of Drugs. She was released pending a court date.
Jose-Dolores Salazar-Nava, age 47, from Herbert Street in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on April 23, 2013 by Corporal Gerald Weimer for Aggravated Assault. He was held on $15,000.00 bail set by Judge James Berube.
Joseph Lisita, age 21, from Kinkade Drive in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 23, 2013 by Detective Kevin Gardiner and Officer Richard Fulham and Anthony Bumbico of the Quality of Life Unit for Unlawful Possession of Xanax and Obtaining a Prescription Drug without a Valid Prescription. He was released pending a court date.
Christian Cofone, age 38, from Clavedon Court in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 24, 2013 by Patrolman Ricardo Cruz for Simple Assault, Terroristic Threats and Criminal Restraint. He was released after posting $12,500.00 bail set by Judge Richard Thompson.
David Martin, age 52, from Applegate Street in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on April 24, 2013 by Patrolman Adam Colfer for Unlawful Possession of Oxycodone, Roxycodone and Oxycotin. He was held on $30,000.00 bail set by Judge Richard Thompson.
Brianna DeGeorge, age 19, from Pine Tree Way in Belmar, NJ arrested on April 25, 2013 by Patrolman Ricardo Cruz on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Tinton Falls Municipal Court. She was released after posting $290.00 bail.
Brandon Ruiz, age 20, from Harmony Road in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 25, 2013 by Corporal Joseph Glynn for Lewdness. He was released pending a court date.
Robert Twigg, age 48, from Passiac Street in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 25, 2013 by Detective Kevin Gardiner on Contempt of Court warrants issued Newark, Atlantic Highlands, Irvington Municipal Courts and on a warrant signed by the Union Beach Police Department for Providing False Information to a Police Officer. He was held on $8,942.00 bail.
Jennifer Johnson, age 38, from Passaic Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 25, 2013 by Officer Anthony Bumbico of the Quality of Life Unit on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Tinton Falls Municipal Court, the Monmouth County Superior Court, the Essex County Superior Court and on a warrant signed by the Union Beach Police Department for Providing False Information to a Police Officer. She was held pending a court date.
George Hazimof, age 41, from Center Avenue in Belford, NJ, arrested on April 25, 2013 by Patrolman Brady Carr for Providing False Information to a Police Officer. He was released pending a court date.
Bryan Choma, age 27, from Leonardville Road in Belford, NJ, arrested on April 27, 2013 by Patrolman Keith Hirschbein for Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana and Possession of Drug paraphernalia. He was released pending a court date.
Christina Larocco, age 26, from Seabreeze Avenue in Middletown, NJ,arrested on April 26, 2013 by Patrolman Daniel Benbrook on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. She was released on her own recognizance.
Robert Werthwein, age 31, from Mercer Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 26, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Forgery, Uttering a Forgery, Criminal Attempt and Obtaining a Prescription Medication by Fraud.
Crystal Music, age 28, from Mercer Avenue in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested on April 26, 2013 by Patrolman Richard Raike on a Failure to Appear warrant issued by the Monmouth County Superior Court. She was released after posting $20,000.00 bail.
Thomas Mollica, age 27, from Morse Avenue in Scotch Plains, NJ, arrested on April 26, 2013 by Corporal Thomas Meckier on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Woodbridge Municipal Court and the Somerset County Superior Court. He was held pending a court date.
Christian Cofone, age 38, from Clavendon Court in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 26, 2013 by Corporal Keith MacDonald for Violation of a Court Order. He was released after posting $2,500.00 bail set by Judge Richard Thompson.
Venessa Turner, age 31, from Redfern Court in Lincroft, NJ, arrested on April 28, 2013 by Corporal Thomas Meckier for Simple Assault. She was released pending a court date.
Marie Baran, age 37, from Hialeah Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 28, 2013 by Patrolman Jason Caruso for Simple Assault. She was released pending a court date.
Lyndsey Vena, age 33, from Thompson Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 28, 2013 by Patrolman Albert Scott for Shoplifting from the Foodtown Store. She was released pending a court date.
Kayla Metz, age 20, from Clubhouse Drive in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 28, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Alcohol by a Minor and Driving While Intoxicated. She was released pending a court date.
Michael Weingarten, age 52, from West Sylvania Avenue in Neptune City, NJ, arrested on April 29, 2013 by Detective Laurence Schachtel for Receiving Stolen Property. He was released pending a court date.
Jayne Weingarten, age 52, from West Sylvania Avenue in Neptune City, NJ, arrested on April 29, 2013 by Detective Laurence Schachtel for Theft. She was released pending a court date.
Daniel Murphy, age 22, from Campbell Avenue in Belford, NJ, arrested on April 29, 2103 by Officers Anthony Bumbico and Richard Fulham of the Quality of Life Unit on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released on his own recognizance.
Jarrett Glover, age 29, from Wesleyan Street in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on April 29, 2013 by Patrolman John Soltysik for Criminal Mischief. He was released pending a court date.
Stephen Acquaviva, age 36, from Bonnie Drive in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 30, 2013 by Patrolman Michael Reuter for Driving While Intoxicated. He was released pending a court date.
Courtney Hinton, age 46, from Cortland Street in Neptune, NJ, arrested on May 1, 2013 by Patrolman Thomas Hughes on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was held on $500.00 bail.
Monday, April 15 th, 2013 - Arrests do not indicate convictions
Michael Disarli, age 60, from Briarwood Avenue in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, arrested on April 22, 2013 by Patrolman Michael Nolan on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Elizabeth Municipal Court. He was released after posting $100.00 bail.
Brendan Frank, age 20, from Fleetwood Drive in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on April 22, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Shoplifting from the Kohls Store, Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Imitation Drugs and Conspiracy. He was held on $120,000.00 bail set by Judge James Berube.
Victoria Esposito, age 20, from Fleetwood Drive in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on April 22, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Shoplifting from Kohls Store, Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Imitation Drugs and Conspiracy. She was held on $55,000.00 bail with a 10% option set by Judge James Berube.
On April 22, 2013 Detective Daniel Sullivan arrested a 17 year old male juvenile from Middletown, NJ, for Burglary, Theft, Criminal Mischief and Conspiracy. He was released pending a court date.
Edgar Santoro, age 49, from Campbell Avenue in Belford, NJ, arrested on April 22, 2013 by
Patrolman Brady Carr for Aggravated Assault on Police Officer, Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of a Hypodermic Syringe, Possession of Cocaine and Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Holmdel Municipal Court. He was held on $31,800.00 bail.
James Betances, age 22, from Garfield Avenue in Keansburg, NJ, arrested on April 24, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Providing False Information to a Police Officer and on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Keansburg Municipal Court. He was released after posting $1,370.00 bail.
Jesse Carrdine, age 18, from Phalanx Road in Lincroft, NJ, arrested on April 23, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Possession of Heroin and Being under the Influence of Drugs. She was released pending a court date.
Jose-Dolores Salazar-Nava, age 47, from Herbert Street in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on April 23, 2013 by Corporal Gerald Weimer for Aggravated Assault. He was held on $15,000.00 bail set by Judge James Berube.
Joseph Lisita, age 21, from Kinkade Drive in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 23, 2013 by Detective Kevin Gardiner and Officer Richard Fulham and Anthony Bumbico of the Quality of Life Unit for Unlawful Possession of Xanax and Obtaining a Prescription Drug without a Valid Prescription. He was released pending a court date.
Christian Cofone, age 38, from Clavedon Court in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 24, 2013 by Patrolman Ricardo Cruz for Simple Assault, Terroristic Threats and Criminal Restraint. He was released after posting $12,500.00 bail set by Judge Richard Thompson.
David Martin, age 52, from Applegate Street in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on April 24, 2013 by Patrolman Adam Colfer for Unlawful Possession of Oxycodone, Roxycodone and Oxycotin. He was held on $30,000.00 bail set by Judge Richard Thompson.
Brianna DeGeorge, age 19, from Pine Tree Way in Belmar, NJ arrested on April 25, 2013 by Patrolman Ricardo Cruz on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Tinton Falls Municipal Court. She was released after posting $290.00 bail.
Brandon Ruiz, age 20, from Harmony Road in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 25, 2013 by Corporal Joseph Glynn for Lewdness. He was released pending a court date.
Robert Twigg, age 48, from Passiac Street in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 25, 2013 by Detective Kevin Gardiner on Contempt of Court warrants issued Newark, Atlantic Highlands, Irvington Municipal Courts and on a warrant signed by the Union Beach Police Department for Providing False Information to a Police Officer. He was held on $8,942.00 bail.
Jennifer Johnson, age 38, from Passaic Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 25, 2013 by Officer Anthony Bumbico of the Quality of Life Unit on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Tinton Falls Municipal Court, the Monmouth County Superior Court, the Essex County Superior Court and on a warrant signed by the Union Beach Police Department for Providing False Information to a Police Officer. She was held pending a court date.
George Hazimof, age 41, from Center Avenue in Belford, NJ, arrested on April 25, 2013 by Patrolman Brady Carr for Providing False Information to a Police Officer. He was released pending a court date.
Bryan Choma, age 27, from Leonardville Road in Belford, NJ, arrested on April 27, 2013 by Patrolman Keith Hirschbein for Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana and Possession of Drug paraphernalia. He was released pending a court date.
Christina Larocco, age 26, from Seabreeze Avenue in Middletown, NJ,arrested on April 26, 2013 by Patrolman Daniel Benbrook on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. She was released on her own recognizance.
Robert Werthwein, age 31, from Mercer Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 26, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Forgery, Uttering a Forgery, Criminal Attempt and Obtaining a Prescription Medication by Fraud.
Crystal Music, age 28, from Mercer Avenue in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested on April 26, 2013 by Patrolman Richard Raike on a Failure to Appear warrant issued by the Monmouth County Superior Court. She was released after posting $20,000.00 bail.
Thomas Mollica, age 27, from Morse Avenue in Scotch Plains, NJ, arrested on April 26, 2013 by Corporal Thomas Meckier on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Woodbridge Municipal Court and the Somerset County Superior Court. He was held pending a court date.
Christian Cofone, age 38, from Clavendon Court in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 26, 2013 by Corporal Keith MacDonald for Violation of a Court Order. He was released after posting $2,500.00 bail set by Judge Richard Thompson.
Venessa Turner, age 31, from Redfern Court in Lincroft, NJ, arrested on April 28, 2013 by Corporal Thomas Meckier for Simple Assault. She was released pending a court date.
Marie Baran, age 37, from Hialeah Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 28, 2013 by Patrolman Jason Caruso for Simple Assault. She was released pending a court date.
Lyndsey Vena, age 33, from Thompson Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 28, 2013 by Patrolman Albert Scott for Shoplifting from the Foodtown Store. She was released pending a court date.
Kayla Metz, age 20, from Clubhouse Drive in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 28, 2013 by Patrolman James Beirne for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Alcohol by a Minor and Driving While Intoxicated. She was released pending a court date.
Michael Weingarten, age 52, from West Sylvania Avenue in Neptune City, NJ, arrested on April 29, 2013 by Detective Laurence Schachtel for Receiving Stolen Property. He was released pending a court date.
Jayne Weingarten, age 52, from West Sylvania Avenue in Neptune City, NJ, arrested on April 29, 2013 by Detective Laurence Schachtel for Theft. She was released pending a court date.
Daniel Murphy, age 22, from Campbell Avenue in Belford, NJ, arrested on April 29, 2103 by Officers Anthony Bumbico and Richard Fulham of the Quality of Life Unit on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released on his own recognizance.
Jarrett Glover, age 29, from Wesleyan Street in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on April 29, 2013 by Patrolman John Soltysik for Criminal Mischief. He was released pending a court date.
Stephen Acquaviva, age 36, from Bonnie Drive in Middletown, NJ, arrested on April 30, 2013 by Patrolman Michael Reuter for Driving While Intoxicated. He was released pending a court date.
Courtney Hinton, age 46, from Cortland Street in Neptune, NJ, arrested on May 1, 2013 by Patrolman Thomas Hughes on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was held on $500.00 bail.
What we are seeking
"People say that what we are seeking is the meaning of life. I don't think that's what we're really seeking. I think what we're seeking is an experience of being alive, so that our life experiences on the purely physical plane will have resonances within our own innermost being and reality, so that we actually feel the rapture of being alive." - Joseph Campbell
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