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Letter from the President of the Edgewater Democratic Organization PDF Print E-mail
Written by Emanuela Kelley   
Tuesday, 30 March 2010

 

The Democratic Club of Edgewater presents an opportunity for ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Through community involvement in political issues, charitable projects and participation in political campaigns, our group works to improve the community in which we live.

As Democratic' we are best known for political activism and service to our communities. Our events provide a great opportunity for interaction among our membership. This interaction allows for the exchange of ideas, networking, and friendships that will last a lifetime.  Our Club provides different opportunities for different people.

We meet every fourth Thursday of every month at 7:15PM to discuss current local, county, state, and national issues. Learn about issues important to your community. Meet local officials, candidates, community leaders and people who share your philosophy. Join us and help make a difference, become better informed and a more involved citizen. Bring a friend! Make a friend!

Please register to vote today and register your friends and family as well. Your vote can make the difference, Remember every vote counts!

Thank you for visiting out website. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us at any time.

Emanuela Kelley
President, Edgewater Democratic Organization

 
SENATE BILL No. 458 PDF Print E-mail
Written by Maureen Holtje   
Wednesday, 24 February 2010

At first glance, bipartisan Bill S458, sponsored by Senator Bob Smith (D) and Senator Joseph Kyrillos, Jr. (R), which proposes the consolidation of essential municipal functions by county government, seems like a good idea and a great cost cutting measure for local governments - wrong.  Though the saying goes “the devil is in the details”, in this particular case, “the devil is in the lack of details”.

(View links to both Senate Bill S458 and Resolution in Opposition to Bill S458, at the end of this article.)

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2010: LOOKING FORWARD PDF Print E-mail
Written by Maureen Holtje   
Thursday, 11 February 2010

Dear Friends,

Like most of our nation, Edgewater faced many challenges during 2009.  The trickle-down effects of our weak economy, coupled with proposed changes in state and federal legislations left Edgewater and other towns with funding uncertainties.

Nevertheless, with difficult challenges came opportunities and working collectively with my Democratic council colleagues, Edgewater has prevailed.  Municipal taxes are stable; all town services remain secure and the Borough still enjoys an AA3 Bond Rating.

The residences of Edgewater deserve a fiscally responsible and environmentally conscience government. While 2010 will be just as challenging as 2009, the Edgewater Democratic council members will work hard and continue to strive to achieve the common goals of Edgewater taxpayers.

The Coming Year:

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Who we are PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Sunday, 29 July 2007


The Edgewater Democratic Organization works to select and elect well qualified Democrats to municipal government positions.


We raise funds to help campaign for chosen candidates. We help define issues and find solutions. We make helpful proposals and work to pass positive legislation.

Edgewater Democrats are dedicated residents. Old timers and newbies. We like this town. Our old coast has become a proud part of North Jersey’s Gold Coast and we believe it will be even more of a treasure – if we ever finish building it.

We are working with the borough’s master plan for a sustainable community, respecting smart growth and mixed land use guidelines and preserving open space. The Democratic Party has a strong work ethic. We get things done. We don’t just complain about what’s broken. We fix it. Some people only tear down. We build up.

We are also a social organization in which friends and families meet and enjoy each other’s company. You are welcome to join us. Bring your ideas. Suggest something. Volunteer for something. Help us finish our work.
 
Where We Stand PDF Print E-mail
Written by Councilwoman Neda Rose   
Friday, 25 May 2007

An updated point of view of our town 
 

At the Grand Opening Ceremony of our Marina, Park and Ferry Landing, I had a very personal, very proud point of view. Standing on the pier I could see forward to the new horizon -- and also look back eight years.
Having the borough purchase the marina was a Democratic initiative -- and I was the Democrat who started the petition that led to the referendum that rallied the residents who voted for the acquisition.

On March 12 of this year, we celebrated the culmination of eight long years during which the borough acquired the Grand Cove Marina to keep it from being developed as residential and commercial buildings.

We preserved that spectacular view corridor to the Hudson River and the New York skyline and maximized access to it. We redesigned, retrofitted and rebuilt the facility to include a park and a turnaround driveway. Busses now drop off and pick up ferry passengers at the no-parking ferry landing. And we have restored our historic relationship with Edgewater’s waterfront.

From any point of view, anywhere in Edgewater, you can see progress and prosperity.

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