Below is Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing:
QUOTE OF THE DAY: “The governor and his wife have never really been through a rock-’em-sock-’em campaign. All indications are that they haven’t gotten over it. They resent it, so they’re not going to reward the people who punched them in public.” – Columnist Charlie Stile
TOP STORY: Hudson County Conflagration: Sacco Versus Stack
The Morning Intelligence Briefing will be off on Thursday, Friday, and Monday, and will return on Tuesday August 20th.
Governor Murphy’s pick for the Senate seat could come this week, according to NJ Spotlight.
Over 950 people have gone to ER over the summer heat, according to NJ.com.
Bergen County Executive Tedesco praised NJ Transit for continuing impacted bus services due to cancellations by Coach USA.
ICYMI: Harris/Walz kicked off their debut; Gottheimer wants action on gun bills; Menendez plans to resign, Governor will appoint placeholder; Biden withdrawing, and endorsed Harris, Dems scrambling to advance potential VP picks; Menendez saga still unfolding, Senator says there ‘seems to be an effort to force me into a statement‘, Murphy in position to appoint, Booker would lead expulsion effort; Menendez found guilty and faces a reckoning; Trump injured in assassination attempt; Norcross pleaded not guilty; Sherrill doesn’t want President Biden to run; Menendez verdict will come soon; Murphy signed budget; courts shaping political developments; Critchley, Marino statement on Norcross
The Fulop for Governor campaign announced three additional candidates will run for Assembly aligned with Fulop.
EMILYs List said it would be ‘thrilled‘ if Rep. Sherrill ran for Governor.
In CD5, Teaneck Mayor Pagan endorsed Rep. Gottheimer.
IN CD7, IVF is becoming a central issue in the competitive race, according to Politico NJ.
In CD10, candidates oppose a ICE detention center in Newark, according to NJ.com.
ICYMI: Sacco slammed Stack, who fired back; allies urged Guv to appoint Campos Medina to Senate; Durr laced into Whitman; Kim, Dems mobilized; Bashaw touts himself as centrist; in CD10, district has some of state’s poorest zip codes; Fulop campaign announced two Assembly candidates; Whitman endorsing VP Harris; PFANJ endorsed candidates; Bramnick seeks to position himself as trusted GOP candidate; Freeman will run in LD8 w/ Fulop; VP contenders have Jersey ties; Ciattarelli, Spadea spoke at the NJHSR brunch; Baraka came out swinging for Harris; Menendez seat raises questions; NJSPBA endorsed Bashaw; Spadea launched ad hitting Ciattarelli; Bashaw slammed Kim; Sette planned, cancelled fundraiser for commissioner candidates; NJ delegates endorse Harris; Sherrill ahead of the game
Tensions are growing between the state’s watchdog and the pols under his scrutiny, according to NJ Monitor.
Early gubernatorial hopefuls are pitching budget reform, according to NJ Spotlight.
NJ farmworkers are suing for minimum wage and overtime rights, according to NJ Spotlight.
Senator Pennacchio condemned violence in Bangladesh.
Senator Zwicker touted budget funding for the NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders.
ICYMI: Lawmakers heard calls to restrict pornography access
In Bloomfield, the Fire department was awarded international accredited status.
In Toms River, Zach Dougherty announced his candidacy for Ward 2 council.
In Jersey City, a discrimination lawsuit by the former BOE business administrator was dismissed, according to the Jersey Journal.
In Ocean City, the city started using trained raptors to deter aggressive seagulls, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Parsippany, Mayor Barberio blasted BOE critics, according to the Daily Record.
In Plainfield, the city cut checks to frontline COVID workers except for cops, according to NJ.com.
In Roxbury, the town hit the breaks on Stone Water, according to TAPinto.
In South Hackensack, a restaurant owner is suing the town for trying to condemn his land, according to the Bergen Record.
ICYMI: In Union City, an ongoing battle; in Union City, residents reacted to Menendez conviction; in Newark, Speight announced candidacy for Central Ward; in Wayne, debate popped up
AROUND THE WEB:
Which NJ towns should merge to cure boroughitis? Reddit weighs in, and now it’s your turn
Amanda Wallace, NorthJersey.com
- Did you know that Bergen County has 70 municipalities? There are 56 boroughs, three cities, two villages and nine townships, making for the most municipalities of any county in the state.
In the war against leaf-blowers, hope at last | Moran
Tom Moran, Star-Ledger
- Ah, the joys of summertime in New Jersey! The sun, the flowers, the beaches! But what about the damn leaf blowers? Can we not rid ourselves of this scourge and reclaim the outdoors? What good is a beautiful deck if these monstrous screamers send you fleeing inside behind closed windows every weekend?
Pick up your dog’s poop at the Jersey Shore, otherwise you’ll be swimming in it
Steven Rodas, NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
- Every time Cabella the dog does her business at the Jersey Shore, Sandy Perez is sure to quickly pick up after her. During a stroll near the beach in Spring Lake, she motions to her very own pill-shaped baggie dispenser to emphasize the point.
Landlord software is gouging renters. This must not stand in N.J. | Opinion
Yvonne Lopez
- Housing affordability, especially within the rental market, remains a struggle for residents and working families in New Jersey. And now, as an added obstacle, data suggests that widely available rent-setting software is helping to drive apartment prices toward unsustainable levels.
Vance lobs a stolen valor charge. It’s a misfire | Opinion
Charles E. Kraus
- Like JD Vance and Tim Walz, I was an enlisted man in the military. I am disappointed to see Mr. Vance disparage a fellow member of the armed forces. Be it peace or war, we generally have one another’s back.
Another mental health crisis ends with a cop’s bullet, this time in Fort Lee | Editorial
Star-Ledger Editorial Board
- Another mentally ill person was killed recently after police kicked in her door and started shooting, even though there was no apparent provocation or reason to use force.
They plan to hunt deer in my Central Jersey neighborhood. Very bad idea | Opinion
Susan Russell
- If you’re thinking of visiting quaint Fair Haven in the fall or around Christmas, you stand a chance of encountering a jarring sight: blood on the snow, or an arrow-wounded deer. The borough council in our Monmouth County town is considering a plan to allow baiting and bow killing of the semi-tame deer in its natural areas.
Jersey City police superiors’ union sues city over ‘Thin Blue Line’ flag
Ron Zeitlinger, The Jersey Journal
- A Jersey City police union is suing the city in federal court for refusing to allow the controversial “Thin Blue Line” flag to be flown during a ceremony honoring fallen Jersey City police officers in May.
Jersey City needs affordable housing yesterday (or maybe sooner) | Opinion
Tom Zuppa
- “I love Jersey City with all my heart,” says retired public school educator Aida Romero. “I worked as a paraprofessional in the Jersey City public schools and dedicated my career to assisting children with special needs. I have come to realize in my senior years that this City is too expensive to rent here. Rents are just plain out of reach for senior citizens, and we’ve been forgotten about.”
Atlantic City is a timeless classic, and its time is now | Opinion
Jane Bokunewicz and George Goldhoff
- A recent study conducted on behalf of the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism at Stockton University found that visitors consider natural beauty, beaches, affordability and climate appealing in their choice of travel destination.
Voting Machine Demonstration Scheduled for Aug. 19 in Ridgewood
Jason DeAlessi, TAPinto.net
- New voting machines purchased by Bergen County are going to be on display and available for demonstration at Ridgewood Village Hall on Monday, August 19. The new machines have been in use since the 2023 Primary Election, following a $15 million expenditure by the county to upgrade the former, 30-year-old machines.
Protest against SeaQuest aquarium at Woodbridge Center
Jill Croce, NJ1015
- Concerns are mounting for the animals at an aquarium in Woodbridge Center mall. So much so that come this Sunday, PETA activists with Revolution Philadelphia, Uncle Neil’s Home and A Farm Sanctuary plan to hold a protest demanding the closure of SeaQuest and relocation of animals. This is scheduled for Woodbridge Center Drive and Woodbridge Terrace from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rutgers decides to keep professor who hoped Trump assassination attempt would “inspire others”
Matt Rooney, Save Jersey
- ”Let’s hope today’s events inspire others,” Budd wrote on Facebook, adding “[t]hey shot his wig. Sad,” in a separate post. Insane and disturbing? Oh yeah!
Op-Ed: O’Dea urges Jersey City Council to OK Thomas McGovern Park upgrades
Hudson County View
- Hudson County Commissioner (D-2) Bill O’Dea, also a Jersey city mayor, is urging the council to approve $900,000 in improvements from Thomas McGovern Park at Wednesday’s meeting.
Bulk trash pickups in Trenton won’t fix sloppy habits year round
LA Parker, The Trentonian
- An email received this week offered these insights about litter and trash. “I cleanup almost everyday in my neighborhood. There are 7 areas that I cleanup just because I hate to see the trash that is dropped, thrown out of cars and etc. liquor bottles. pampers, cigar wrappers, fast food containers and a few items I won’t mention here……
Residential projects in Haddon Heights attest to the White Horse Pike’s evolution
Kevin Riordan, Philadelphia Inquirer
- Haddon Heights is one of 18 towns along the 58-mile length of the White Horse Pike between Camden and Atlantic City. But Heights doesn’t regard itself as just another Pike community, and it doesn’t regard the Pike as just another road.
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Insider NJ’s Daily Morning Briefing for August 12, 2024
On August 12, 2024, Insider NJ’s Daily Morning Briefing provided readers with a comprehensive overview of the latest news and developments in New Jersey politics. The briefing covered a wide range of topics, including updates on key legislative initiatives, political appointments, and upcoming events.
One of the key highlights of the briefing was the announcement of a new bill introduced in the state legislature that aimed to increase funding for public schools in low-income communities. The bill, which was sponsored by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, was seen as a crucial step towards addressing the disparities in educational opportunities across the state.
In addition to legislative news, the briefing also included updates on recent political appointments, including the nomination of a new commissioner for the Department of Environmental Protection. The appointment was met with praise from environmental advocates, who saw the nominee as a strong advocate for conservation and sustainability.
The briefing also provided readers with a preview of upcoming events in the state, including a town hall meeting with the governor to discuss his administration’s priorities for the coming year. The meeting was expected to draw a large crowd of concerned citizens and stakeholders eager to engage with their elected officials on important issues facing the state.
Overall, Insider NJ’s Daily Morning Briefing for August 12, 2024 offered readers a comprehensive and insightful look at the latest news and developments in New Jersey politics. With its timely updates and in-depth analysis, the briefing served as a valuable resource for anyone interested in staying informed about the political landscape in the Garden State.
