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Trenton NJ, Governor Murphy saved Home Depot, Target and other Wall Street sponsored companies and he destroyed businesses earning 60K per year. The economists and historians will be writing about this for next hundred years to come.
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Trenton NJ, The Department of the Treasury reported today that May revenue collections for the major taxes totaled $2.120 billion, down $331.2 million, or 13.5 percent, below last May as the economic impact of the global pandemic continues to take its toll on the State’s finances. Fiscal year-to-date, total collections of $26.864 billion are now down $2.498 billion, or 8.5 percent below the same period last year.
Continue reading May New Jersey Tax Revenues Fall 13.5 Percent as Businesses Remain Closed
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NEW BRUNSWICK NJ, “Hug my parents”; “kiss my wife”; “hold someone’s hand.” When asked about the first thing they will do when life in New Jersey returns to normal,
one in five residents (20%) crave re-connecting with loved ones, according to the latest RutgersEagleton Poll. Similar numbers want to simply go to a different place other than their house,
such as the gym; or do familiar pre-pandemic activities, like shopping.
Continue reading Rutgers-Eagleton Poll: New Jerseyans Want Get Back to Work
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Trenton NJ, Assemblyman Jay Webber called upon Gov. Phil Murphy to exercise his gubernatorial power to pardon those cited for violating his executive orders after twice violating his own order that limits the size of gatherings amid the pandemic.
At the same time people who organized protests of Murphy’s orders have been ticketed for convening gatherings larger than allowed. His administration also had businesses that opened in defiance of his orders ticketed and closed.
Continue reading Governor Murphy must use Clemency powers after violating his Own Executive Orders
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Trenton NJ, During times of emergency like the current COVID-19 pandemic, Senator Joe Pennacchio and Senator Steve Oroho have a plan to restore policy-making balance to the state.
Governor Phil Murphy, who today announced he was lifting the months-long stay-at-home order, has utilized his pen and executive orders to circumvent the elected Legislature and avoid public scrutiny during his time in office. He plans to sign another executive order raising limits on the size of indoor and outdoor gatherings in the state.
Continue reading Constitutional Amendment Proposed to Curtail Governor’s Emergency Powers
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Trenton NJ, Assemblyman Jay Webber send letter to Col. Callahan: Will Governor be held accountable & cited for his violations of his own Executive Order?
Webber twitted : “Shops closed, ballfields empty, graduations and weddings cancelled, but Phil Murphy doesn’t have to social distance when He has something important to do? Hypocrisy at its worst.”
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Ridgewood NJ, we have said it from the beginning and after all this , it’s all about books. COVID-pandemic created a massive need to e-books while people were sheltering at home :
Continue reading COVID19 Lock Down Proved it’s all About Books for the Ridgewood Public Library
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Senator Steve Oroho is calling on Governor Phil Murphy to reopen New Jersey sooner rather than later. With 2.5 million new jobs added in May, the nation’s unemployment rate has fallen to 13.3%, showing that a quick economic recovery is possible.
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Middlesex/Morris/Somerset/Union/Warren County NJ, Last week, Mayors for “Main Street” sent a letter to State and County officials. This letter outlined several key steps that need to be taken for their local business community and residents. In the wake of this, Mayors were pleased to see a timeline established for the partial re-openings of several aspect of the business community to include daycare, outdoor dining and some “non-essential” retail. This is a step but more needs to be done. Now, several of the Mayors have taken steps in their own towns to ease various restrictions in preparation for these re-openings, and more Mayors will act in the upcoming week.
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TRENTON NJ, Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 151. The Order extends the Public Health Emergency that was declared on March 9, 2020 through Executive Order No. 103, extended on April 7, 2020 through Executive Order No. 119, and extended again on May 6, 2020 through Executive Order No. 138. Under the Emergency Health Powers Act, a declared public health emergency expires after 30 days unless renewed.
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Trenton NJ, according to Assemblyman Gerry Scharfenberger from Red Bank tagged on to Governor Murphy”s borrowing binge is a surcharge on property tax bills:
In a Facebook post Scharfenberger explained ,”Just when you thought you heard everything, bill A-4175, on schedule for a vote this Thursday, would allow the state to borrow five billion dollars without voter approval that would add a statewide surcharge to everyone’s property tax bill. This, on top of the recent toll hikes, is a double kick in the gut to the New Jersey taxpayer. While the governor keeps business in perpetual lockdown, Trenton is looking for ways to raise money through more egregious taxation. This is outrageous, and shows why it is imperative that we reopen the state now! “
“I think it is about time that these businesses take charge of their lives… I applaud them! Everyone needs to act responsibly – if you do not want to go out – than it is your
choice to stay home.. The knuckleheads idea to shut down the state for almost 3 mths was not a good one!! These businesses have every right to open – I support them… Be wise, act responsibly, take control of your own life! If you have to be told and constantly reminded to wash your hands than ask yourself – Who’s the knucklehead!!! ”
“This is common sense people . If you are afraid to go anywhere because you will get sick , DON’T GO . As for the rest of us , don’t lick any shopping cart handles and try not to invade anyone’s personal space .
If Walmart can be open , WHY can’t our local dress shop ? Or Michaels ? Or HOMEGOODS ?!?!?!? What started out as protection for our population has morphed into a political ploy to force party change .
Open your eyes”
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Trenton, N.J. (May 28, 2020)—As expected, housing market numbers in April were down in almost every category, except price.
According to data aggregated by New Jersey Realtors from the eight multiple listing services in the state, while new listings, pending sales, closed sales, and homes for sale are down double digits, prices are stable and on the rise.
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Trenton NJ, they just can not wait anymore. Rejecting the continued Governor Phil Murphy lock down as many as 1,000 businesses reportedly have signed on to reopen on June 1st. The businesses include gyms, nail salons, barbershops and more. “With over 100 gym locations together not including the rest of the businesses like nail and hair salons and barbershops, we will all open our doors together at 9am on June 1 like we have said from day 1! This is a decision that was made by this entire group not just one person or two people. Collectively this what we have decided together,” said organizer Tommy Trilivas.
Continue reading Over 1,000 New Jersey Businesses Reportedly have Signed on to Reopen on June 1st
