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Post by admin on Jan 7, 2008 7:53:12 GMT -5
www.app.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080107/NEWS01/801070330/1004Freehold Council discusses dealing with illegal immigration By Kim Predham • FREEHOLD BUREAU • January 7, 2008 FREEHOLD — At a borough organization meeting that touched on topics such as illegal immigration and the anticipated reopening of downtown's American Hotel, a new council president was chosen and four members of the governing body were sworn into office. Councilman Michael DiBenedetto was picked to head the council this year, replacing Kevin Kane. Mayor Michael Wilson also was sworn in, as were three councilmen — Kane, Jaye Sims and George Schnurr. Wilson was re-elected in November for a four-year term. He has been borough mayor since 1985. Wilson's fellow Democrats, Councilmen Sims and Kane, also were re-elected. They will serve three-year terms. And Schnurr, who filled Robert Crawford's unexpired term, will serve until the end of this year. "This coming year has every opportunity to be just as busy (as 2007)," Wilson said. Illegal immigration promises to remain an issue in the borough this year, if comments from some members of the governing body are any indication. "We are all painfully aware of how Freehold Borough has been victimized by the nationwide illegal immigration problem," Wilson said. The borough should explore the possibility of implementing Section 287(g) of the federal Immigration and Nationality Act — which empowers trained nonfederal police agencies to enforce immigration law — countywide, Wilson said. "Our problem right now is simple," Kane agreed. "There's too many people living in our town right now. Period." On a more positive note, both Kane and Wilson also touted the reopening of the American Hotel. A historic building in downtown Freehold, new owner Steve Goldberg said Sunday that he likely will reopen the hotel this summer. In his address, Wilson also highlighted achievements in 2007, like the installation of brick sidewalks on West Main Street and the resurfacing of Monmouth Avenue and Ann Street. In the future, brick sidewalks will be installed on Court Street, and the borough will resurface Center, Conover and Ward streets this summer, Wilson said.
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Post by adefonzo on Jan 7, 2008 8:57:56 GMT -5
Freehold Council discusses dealing with illegal immigration By Kim Predham • FREEHOLD BUREAU • January 7, 2008 Illegal immigration promises to remain an issue in the borough this year, if comments from some members of the governing body are any indication. "We are all painfully aware of how Freehold Borough has been victimized by the nationwide illegal immigration problem," Wilson said. The borough should explore the possibility of implementing Section 287(g) of the federal Immigration and Nationality Act — which empowers trained nonfederal police agencies to enforce immigration law — countywide, Wilson said. "Our problem right now is simple," Kane agreed. "There's too many people living in our town right now. Period." in my letter to the News Transcript back in December, I started out by saying that I am at my wits end...and these quotes help to keep me there. Despite what many may think, I hate beating a dead horse. I really wish we could move on to other issues...but come on...this is the same old story out of the mayor and council. "Freehold Borough has been victimized", it certainly couldn't be that the actions of our council and mayor made it easier for this problem to grow and persist. "The Borough should explore"...absolutely...I mean, why act? Better to continue to explore, this way we can't get the illegal immigrants and their lobbyists mad at us again. "Our problem right now"...well yes, right now...not as if it's been a problem for the last decade...it's a very recent issue. In my opinion, it looks like 2008 is going to be the same as 2007, 2006, 2005...etc etc. At least we can look forward to the re-opening of the American Hotel...I am very eager to see what Mr Goldberg will do with the landmark. |
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Post by stffgpr2003 on Jan 7, 2008 12:03:23 GMT -5
I have to respond to this one...
Let's just hope MORE IMPORTANT promises are kept - for all our sakes:
Marc
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Post by Libyan Sibyl on Jan 7, 2008 14:41:01 GMT -5
I've read many old articles before the last election cycle, and Kevin Kane's most oft quoted lines were about fitting too many people in a town designed to hold a lot less. This article repeats that line. I hope the mayor does more than explore an application. Worst case scenario: apply, it costs nothing. The fed approve and at that time you say, no thanks, etc. The borough should explore the possibility of implementing Section 287(g) of the federal Immigration and Nationality Act — which empowers trained nonfederal police agencies to enforce immigration law — countywide, Wilson said. As to the American Hotel, go to the Main Street folder. There are comments there about the recent flurry of activity... Otherwise, the article was not too much out of the ordinary. I would like to see the posts about appointments. Can anyone assist? |
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Post by richardkelsey on Jan 7, 2008 14:41:56 GMT -5
I have to respond to this one... Let's just hope MORE IMPORTANT promises are kept - for all our sakes: Marc The Borough would be foolish to allow the County to develop a 287g) program and hope that some or any of the enforcement will take place int he Borough. In my opinion -- as articulated more fully on an earlier thread -- the real advantage is for Freehold to get the press, create the enforcement, and drive the illegals from the Borough to towns that do not have such enforcement. |
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Post by richardkelsey on Jan 7, 2008 14:54:14 GMT -5
"Our problem right now is simple," Kane agreed. "There's too many people living in our town right now. Period." Let's hope the solution is to drive out the illegal and not the legals! |
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Post by Libyan Sibyl on Jan 7, 2008 15:18:21 GMT -5
To anyone unfamiliar, the Center for Immigration Studies (the "C.I.S." - http://www.cis.org) puts out, among other things, daily e-mails of news stories related to immigration topics. Today, the APP article was among 30 other articles, with a CIS heading entitled...
"NJ town to tackle issue in 2008"
then the story, with a link to the actual article...
thought that was interesting... maybe not.
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Post by admin on Jan 7, 2008 15:24:11 GMT -5
I've read many old articles before the last election cycle, and Kevin Kane's most oft quoted lines were about fitting too many people in a town designed to hold a lot less. This article repeats that line. I hope the mayor does more than explore an application. Worst case scenario: apply, it costs nothing. The fed approve and at that time you say, no thanks, etc. The borough should explore the possibility of implementing Section 287(g) of the federal Immigration and Nationality Act — which empowers trained nonfederal police agencies to enforce immigration law — countywide, Wilson said. As to the American Hotel, go to the Main Street folder. There are comments there about the recent flurry of activity... Otherwise, the article was not too much out of the ordinary. I would like to see the posts about appointments. Can anyone assist? I will try to get the appointments tommorrow. I will go down to borough hall and see if i can get a copy of the agenda. I need to get the info so that I may update the site. |
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Post by admin on Jan 7, 2008 15:29:45 GMT -5
To anyone unfamiliar, the Center for Immigration Studies (the "C.I.S." - http://www.cis.org) puts out, among other things, daily e-mails of news stories related to immigration topics. Today, the APP article was among 30 other articles, with a CIS heading entitled... "NJ town to tackle issue in 2008" then the story, with a link to the actual article... thought that was interesting... maybe not. I do not know what the new reporter from the APP is like. I have to wonder if that made it's way to the papers as a nice headline grabber. I believed that Nick always tried to get at the heart of a story and gave us some good reporting. Let us see how this new one is going to do. Le's face it, the negative perception that some have of this town is directly related to the media looking for a good story. If that includes dragging our name through the mud, they go with it. I hope the new reporter will look at everything in our town and not focus on that one issue. As far as the Mayor's and council comments, the last year has seen few gems that are not very inspiring. Let's hope that the new year brings forth some good positive actions on all of the Freehold issues. |
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Post by novillero on Jan 7, 2008 19:46:27 GMT -5
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Post by Libyan Sibyl on Jan 7, 2008 20:28:34 GMT -5
yes, it looks like I was talking to myself... |
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Post by adefonzo on Jan 8, 2008 6:42:49 GMT -5
I have to respond to this one... Let's just hope MORE IMPORTANT promises are kept - for all our sakes: Marc Marc, it was nice to see you back on the site, even if it was just for a fleeting moment...but with all due respect, your post above highlights my point. As a town councilman for Freehold Boro, you are hoping for someone else to step up and solve a problem that is effecting our town, instead of those of you on the council stepping up and doing something. Has the town council at least passed a resolution in favor of the county picking up the federal program? Such a resolution would hold just as much weight as the one the council issued in support of A4504 which would have gotten our schools additional funding. In fact in may hold even more weight considering it would be going to our county government rather than the larger state government which is much more unaware of Freehold Boro's issues. Has, or will, the council put their weight behind such a resolution, making it official public knowledge that they are hoping for the County to pick up 287g? I really hope you return to the site, even if only on a limited basis, to address your constituents. |
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Post by stffgpr2003 on Jan 8, 2008 9:35:57 GMT -5
And you guys haven't looked to Jennifer Beck for the level of help she can provide?
I'll leave the Sheriff's job to the Sheriff. For my county tax dollars, she can do her job and protect the entire county from the illegal criminal population. It gets the job done. If she didn't think she was supposed to be thinking this way, she never would have proposed that she be the office to handle it.
If she doesn't follow through with her promise and also doesn't do a good job for Freehold Borough, as Rich fears, then she needs to be voted out of office. Right?
The council will do whatever it can do to push the issue with the Sheriff, but if this is her campaign pledge how much pushing should we have to do?
Andrew - are you doubting GOP officials, for a change? How refreshing. We will be looking for some bipartisan support on this one and hope you'll do YOUR part, as a GOP supporter, to help the town. Thank you.
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Post by stffgpr2003 on Jan 8, 2008 10:00:46 GMT -5
I'll need proof that a diverse pool of "constituents" are really here, rather than just a few people looking to trip me and others up for their own political gain - to get elected. And, as you know -I only state my views and not those of the council's.
There was a time when I was trusted as someone looking to do the right thing for our town. Hopefully, that is still the case. Whether they agreed with me or not, they knew I was speaking from my heart and thinking with my head. I will always accept RESPECTFUL disagreement and criticism STRAIGHT UP - but I do not appreciate EVER being disagreed with for the singleminded purpose of BEING USED to carry out someone else's political agenda.
If you want to see others on this site - prove to everyone that it is a fair-minded site and truly is reflective of the entire town. I will not argue with you, but that is not the way things have been here these past few months.
Returning to post here? I'll considerate it, only if everyone starts behaving themselves. I'll be watching. In the meantime, no one in town has ever had a problem finding me and having their questions answered.
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Post by admin on Jan 8, 2008 10:06:54 GMT -5
Novillero, Before this reminder you provide takes things in the wrong direction, I felt it fair to also mention that the mayor and council have warmed up to 287g, at least according to news paper reports since the one you cite. It is on this site somewhere, but after the Newark murders and the AG's directives afterwords, our town has apparently warmed up to it and if memory serves me, has even called ICE on at least one occasion. What we need to see, and I do not mean on just this web site, is some follow through from the governing body. Most of the differences we have seen on this site is how best to go about the implementation of 287g. Regardless of who and how, I think it is safe to say that we will likely get it. |
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Post by admin on Jan 8, 2008 10:10:35 GMT -5
I'll need proof that a diverse pool of "constituents" are really here, rather than just a few people looking to trip me and others up for their own political gain - to get elected. And, as you know -I only state my views and not those of the council's. There was a time when I was trusted as someone looking to do the right thing for our town. Hopefully, that is still the case. Whether they agreed with me or not, they knew I was speaking from my heart and thinking with my head. I will always accept RESPECTFUL disagreement and criticism STRAIGHT UP - but I do not appreciate EVER being disagreed with for the singleminded purpose of BEING USED to carry out someone else's political agenda. If you want to see others on this site - prove to everyone that it is a fair-minded site and truly is reflective of the entire town. I will not argue with you, but that is not the way things have been here these past few months. Returning to post here? I'll considerate it, only if everyone starts behaving themselves. I'll be watching. In the meantime, no one in town has ever had a problem finding me and having their questions answered. Amen, brother. If there was an award for the post of the week, this would be it. I am surprised to see you posting at all. And I say that with respect to the rightful caution you express and the reservations you have. For what it is worth, Marc, i know the site participants miss having you on here, not just as an elect4d official, but as a person. I hear that behind the scenes quite frequently. |
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Post by richardkelsey on Jan 8, 2008 10:17:22 GMT -5
And you guys haven't looked to Jennifer Beck for the level of help she can provide? I'll leave the Sheriff's job to the Sheriff. For my county tax dollars, she can do her job and protect the entire county from the illegal criminal population. It gets the job done. If she didn't think she was supposed to be thinking this way, she never would have proposed that she be the office to handle it. If she doesn't follow through with her promise and also doesn't do a good job for Freehold Borough, as Rich fears, then she needs to be voted out of office. Right? The council will do whatever it can do to push the issue with the Sheriff, but if this is her campaign pledge how much pushing should we have to do? Andrew - are you doubting GOP officials, for a change? How refreshing. We will be looking for some bipartisan support on this one and hope you'll do YOUR part, as a GOP supporter, to help the town. Thank you. There is no question that the Sheriff hung her hat on the issue -- and to me -- as everyone knows, actions speak louder than words. If she backs away from that promise and comittment, or merely attempts to use the program as political window dressing, hey ought to run her out of Dodge. |
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Post by Libyan Sibyl on Jan 8, 2008 10:22:54 GMT -5
And you guys haven't looked to Jennifer Beck for the level of help she can provide? I'll leave the Sheriff's job to the Sheriff. For my county tax dollars, she can do her job and protect the entire county from the illegal criminal population. It gets the job done. If she didn't think she was supposed to be thinking this way, she never would have proposed that she be the office to handle it. If she doesn't follow through with her promise and also doesn't do a good job for Freehold Borough, as Rich fears, then she needs to be voted out of office. Right? The council will do whatever it can do to push the issue with the Sheriff, but if this is her campaign pledge how much pushing should we have to do? Andrew - are you doubting GOP officials, for a change? How refreshing. We will be looking for some bipartisan support on this one and hope you'll do YOUR part, as a GOP supporter, to help the town. Thank you. There is no question that the Sheriff hung her hat on the issue -- and to me -- as everyone knows, actions speak louder than words. If she backs away from that promise and comittment, or merely attempts to use the program as political window dressing, hey ought to run her out of Dodge. Agreed. I mean, what other issues are there really for sheriff besides tough on crime? All she has to do is fill out the application and wait for the feds to be unresponsive, and she has fulfilled her campaign promise. |
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Post by fiberisgoodforyou on Jan 8, 2008 12:05:59 GMT -5
The woman was just sworn in the other day, can she hang her coat up first? Looking at, and knowing the new Sheriffs credentials, shes a doer not a talker! Has the Council or Chief Roth reached out to the new Sheriffs yet, why waist time here making idle commentary about he said she said? There is no question that the Sheriff hung her hat on the issue -- and to me -- as everyone knows, actions speak louder than words. If she backs away from that promise and comittment, or merely attempts to use the program as political window dressing, hey ought to run her out of Dodge. Agreed. I mean, what other issues are there really for sheriff besides tough on crime? All she has to do is fill out the application and wait for the feds to be unresponsive, and she has fulfilled her campaign promise. |
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Post by Libyan Sibyl on Jan 8, 2008 12:24:16 GMT -5
Councilman your so correct. We must be cleansed of divisive partisanship created by the last election cycle. We are a small community, only enough room for one political party. A community were historic ascension to office is through assimilated appointment by the ruler. Great point made by our appointed councilman! -Know please move on -Every thing is fine -We will all be OK now -There is nothing wrong -We are all in good hands -The Council knows whats best -We are the Dem Council. -Resistance is futile -Your social, personal and political distinctiveness will be added to our own. -Resistance is futile -You will be assimilated. Holly soon to be 8 of 9 I'll need proof that a diverse pool of "constituents" are really here, rather than just a few people looking to trip me and others up for their own political gain - to get elected. And, as you know -I only state my views and not those of the council's. There was a time when I was trusted as someone looking to do the right thing for our town. Hopefully, that is still the case. Whether they agreed with me or not, they knew I was speaking from my heart and thinking with my head. I will always accept RESPECTFUL disagreement and criticism STRAIGHT UP - but I do not appreciate EVER being disagreed with for the singleminded purpose of BEING USED to carry out someone else's political agenda. If you want to see others on this site - prove to everyone that it is a fair-minded site and truly is reflective of the entire town. I will not argue with you, but that is not the way things have been here these past few months. Returning to post here? I'll considerate it, only if everyone starts behaving themselves. I'll be watching. In the meantime, no one in town has ever had a problem finding me and having their questions answered. Marc may have been appointed, but - and correct me if I am wrong - since then he has been elected. I don't think there is any doubt that the democratic leadership picks who is going to run, as well as appoints people for vacant slots. If we have a problem with that, we can only blame ourselves for not voting differently, or for not putting up a candidate we feel is better. So like it or not, there will be a democratic majority this year, and next (even supposing a republican sweep in November 2008). We can either work with council or against them. I'm not saying become a borg, but you can't simply wait for a new majority... |
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Post by fiberisgoodforyou on Jan 8, 2008 13:12:06 GMT -5
We can either work with council or against them. I'm not saying become a borg, but you can't simply wait for a new majority... Well stated LS!!! 100% true And with that there is always room for give and take. What Mark is simply stating, yes we can be critical, but lose the hostile attitudes. Some have perfected the SOFT hostile, bet yet we know it when we read this. Again, you attract more bees with Sugar than with Vinegar!...IMO Cheers |
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Post by pricewepay on Jan 8, 2008 14:04:18 GMT -5
It would be nice if the Council would take criticism, without going after the person offering the criticism. Unfortunately the recent history of Freehold is filled with examples of just the opposite. The only exception I would make is Marc, who seems to be willing to engage in open dialog. The other members of the Council either are not willing or not capable of such action. I believe it is up to them to change and demonstrate that they are open to ALL the citizens of Freehold !
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Post by adefonzo on Jan 8, 2008 15:11:08 GMT -5
And you guys haven't looked to Jennifer Beck for the level of help she can provide? I'll leave the Sheriff's job to the Sheriff. For my county tax dollars, she can do her job and protect the entire county from the illegal criminal population. It gets the job done. If she didn't think she was supposed to be thinking this way, she never would have proposed that she be the office to handle it. If she doesn't follow through with her promise and also doesn't do a good job for Freehold Borough, as Rich fears, then she needs to be voted out of office. Right? The council will do whatever it can do to push the issue with the Sheriff, but if this is her campaign pledge how much pushing should we have to do? Andrew - are you doubting GOP officials, for a change? How refreshing. We will be looking for some bipartisan support on this one and hope you'll do YOUR part, as a GOP supporter, to help the town. Thank you. Marc...if you're referring to the schools seeking help from Jennifer Beck, then absolutely we did, just as we did from Mike Panter and Ellen Karcher. Jennifer Beck was the one who really showed the most passion and interest in helping us out, followed by Mike Panter...Ellen Karcher ran a distant third. That was, however, a slightly different situation...there was nothing that the school board could do to go out on their own and acquire the funds they were short...it had to come from the state level, thus the plea to our state representatives. I'm sure you know that the issue surrounding 287g is a different one, because the town council can itself go out and apply for this program, you don't have to wait for permission to come down from county or state officials. If you are suggesting that we approach Jennifer Beck regarding illegal immigration, you have a very good point, and it is something I, as one of her constituents, will convey to her (I strongly recommend that you and everyone else who reads this do the same, as she is the State Senator for all of us). The state of New Jersey could certainly also apply for the 287g provision, though considering how often we see State troopers in our town, I don't know what kind of effect they will have in Freehold. But it is a valid point, and one that I will be making to her office today. Yes, if Sheriff Guadagno doesn't follow through on her promise, then it should be taken into consideration when it's time for re-election. Should she be automatically voted out of office, that will depend on the rest of her record. If she performs the remainder of her responsibilities flawlessly, but this one promise is not kept, I would have to think hard about her re-election. The town council should continue to pressure the county whether she made the promise or not. Are you saying we should all just listen to what politicians promise us, assume they will simply follow through word for word, so therefore not be on top of them to be sure they are holding true to their promises? Let the town council put forth a resolution saying they support Sheriff Guadagno's idea of allowing the county to aid with the issue of illegal immigrants in our and other towns in the county. An all Democrat council showing support for a Republican Sheriff would be a wonderful example of putting aside partisan politics for the betterment of the town. With George Schnurr's and your comments above about trying to generate a bi-partisan atmosphere, this would be an excellent way to lead by exampleFinally, please don't assume that just because someone falls under the title of Republican that I stand up and support them, and just because someone falls under the title of Democrat that I stand up opposing them. I know, it certainly seems that way in this town, but that's simply because we have not seen a Republican (other than Rich Daesner for a short term) sitting in our Mayor's seat, or on our town council in years, so for all the problems I see in our town, unfortunately, the Democrats who are in power have to take the blame, especially those who have been in their positions since the problems began to arise over a decade ago. I judge you, the mayor, the rest of the town council, county officials, state officials, federal officials, the president...everyone...based on their results. I don't care what party you are in, in fact, I don't believe I have ever attacked someone based on their party, it's always been based on their actions or inactions. I only wish more people based their voting habits on the same principles. |
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Post by adefonzo on Jan 8, 2008 15:15:46 GMT -5
It would be nice if the Council would take criticism, without going after the person offering the criticism. Unfortunately the recent history of Freehold is filled with examples of just the opposite. The only exception I would make is Marc, who seems to be willing to engage in open dialog. The other members of the Council either are not willing or not capable of such action. I believe it is up to them to change and demonstrate that they are open to ALL the citizens of Freehold ! To be fair, after my last letter to the News Transcript, which was certainly critical of the Mayor and Town Council, I have not heard any type of blowback from either. I have heard some grumblings from others, but no attacks coming from either the Mayor or Town Council. To be honest, I have not heard anything extolling my letter, or thanking me for my honest criticism from them either. |
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Post by admin on Jan 8, 2008 15:46:00 GMT -5
To All,
I just picked up a copy of the agenda from the re org meeting. If anyone has specific questions, just ask. I will slowly be updating the information on the site accordingly.
Brian
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Post by stffgpr2003 on Jan 8, 2008 16:04:32 GMT -5
Andrew - Bottom line is that we need this to happen and we will do our best to make it so. There are other towns in the County that must also feel this way...Long Branch, Asbury Park, Red Bank, etc. The Sheriff knew this, last fall, or she wouldn't have thought it important enough to make a campaign issue out of.
By the way, Guagdano is no longer a "politician," as far as I'm concerned. She now is the elected Sheriff. And, I voted for her based on this particular promise. If it has to take a resolution to get her to remember and keep her promise, then that's what it will take.
Marc
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Post by richardkelsey on Jan 8, 2008 16:22:05 GMT -5
Andrew - Bottom line is that we need this to happen and we will do our best to make it so. There are other towns in the County that must also feel this way...Long Branch, Asbury Park, Red Bank, etc. The Sheriff knew this, last fall, or she wouldn't have thought it important enough to make a campaign issue out of. By the way, Guagdano is no longer a "politician," as far as I'm concerned. She now is the elected Sheriff. And, I voted for her based on this particular promise. If it has to take a resolution to get her to remember and keep her promise, then that's what it will take. Marc Why not send her a letter, signed by Mayor and Council, inviting her to a meeting to discuss Freehold related issues, as well as to obtain a status report from her on her efforts to make application for the 287(g) program. In addition, you can then ask her how she envisions the program being applied. You can ask her how many resources she plans to deploy, when, and with whom. You can ask her if the Borough should begin setting up a liaison to work with her and her office to coordinate on 287(g) issues. In taking such action, you may find out what action she intends to take -- and whether or not the Borough is better off waiting for her to to do it --- as i suspect they are not -- or if the Borough should do it by themselves. |
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Post by Libyan Sibyl on Jan 8, 2008 16:30:30 GMT -5
Rich, that's probably some very good PR for all the parties concerned too - it also puts some pressure on our new sheriff...
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Post by adefonzo on Jan 8, 2008 16:42:48 GMT -5
Andrew - Bottom line is that we need this to happen and we will do our best to make it so. There are other towns in the County that must also feel this way...Long Branch, Asbury Park, Red Bank, etc. The Sheriff knew this, last fall, or she wouldn't have thought it important enough to make a campaign issue out of. By the way, Guagdano is no longer a "politician," as far as I'm concerned. She now is the elected Sheriff. And, I voted for her based on this particular promise. If it has to take a resolution to get her to remember and keep her promise, then that's what it will take. Marc Absolutely correct...there are other towns in our county that have similar problems with illegal immigrants. I would hope the town council and Mayor reach out to those towns and share ideas on how to deal with this issue...many voices are always louder than one. A resolution from the town is not only meant to remind the Sheriff of her promise, but to show support for that promise, the same as the resolution showed support for Assemblyman Panter's proposed legislation. One last note...I forgot to mention before that if the Town Council is looking for help in dealing with the illegal immigrants in our town, I would be more than willing to help. If the town decided to try to bring in attorneys to talk with the illegal immigrants and put them on the road to becoming legal citizens, I would be more than willing to help. If the town wants to find ways to lift these folks up, away from the minimal wages with no benefits, and out of the overcrowded homes that create unhealthy and unsafe environments, I am more than willing to help. But if the town wants to coddle these folks and ignore the fact that their very presence in our country is breaking the law...if the town wants to cater to advocacy groups who have no interest in holding illegal immigrants accountable for the laws they are breaking and the resources they are soaking up without contributing their fair share...if the town wants to just look at options instead of act...don't waste your time asking for my help, because you will not get it. I am being frank, but I am being honest. I have said a number of times that I am very much in favor of making the illegal immigrants legal taxpaying citizens who are "pulling their weight" like the rest of us...but I will never back any plans to simply let lawbreakers continue to slide by as the rest of us pay for them to live here and take advantage of all the benefits without having to contribute to the system that makes it all possible. |
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Post by richardkelsey on Jan 8, 2008 16:45:15 GMT -5
Rich, that's probably some very good PR for all the parties concerned too - it also puts some pressure on our new sheriff... Imagine how great an idea it would be if I lived in Freehold, and wasn't a bitter, disgruntled lawyer and failed profiteer who left town in disgrace after losing a council race and now lives 200 miles away? ;D |
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