Dr. Harry M. Swartz RIP

Dr Harry Swartz was honored by the Monmouth County Freeholders at his retirement party in Middletown in 2017

Dr. Harry Mason Swartz of Rumson passed away on December 27, 2019.  He was 88.

“Dr. Harry,” as he was known to tens of thousands of patients in his Middletown family practice of 59 years, was born in Atlantic Highlands, and graduated as valedictorian of his class at Middletown High School. He graduated at the top of his class from both Ursinus College and Thomas Jefferson Medical School and was inducted into the prestigious AOA medical honors society. He completed his residency at Bellevue Hospital in New York City. He later served as a Major in the New Jersey National Guard.

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Howell Police Seek Accused Assailant

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Bramnick for Governor?

By Art Gallagher

Assemblywoman Serena DiMaso, Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon, “top contender for governor” Jon Bramnick and Freeholder Director Tom Arnone on the Walk to Washington train last winter.

The pre-primary of the 2021 GOP nomination for NJ Governor got a lot more interesting this morning.

In a Star Ledger Friendly Fire interview with Democrat strategist Julie Roginsky and Republican strategist Mike DuHaime that Assembly Minority Leader Jon Bramnick shared on facebook, DuHaime declared Bramnick to be a “top contender for governor after a strong 2019.”

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Burry undecided about seeking a 6th term on the Monmouth Freeholder Board

Freeholder Lillian Burry celebrating Veteran’s Day last month at the Monmouth County Library Eastern Branch in Shrewsbury

Monmouth County Freeholder Lillian G. Burry has not decided whether or not she will seek a 6th term on the County’s governing body.

First elected in the wake of U.S. Attorney Chris Christie’s Operation Bid Rig II in 2005, Burry has been a leader in the transformation of Monmouth County government and the Monmouth GOP from a corrupt swamp to a beacon of good government. In 2005 , the Asbury Park Press had an ongoing investigative series, Club Monmouth, into the wasteful patronage of Monmouth County government.  This year, the APP editorial board said, “It isn’t easy finding major weaknesses in the way the county has been run in recent years. Spending has been kept in check and the county has maintained a triple-A bond rating. It takes shared services between towns seriously and it has made concerted efforts to improve the climate for small businesses.  The county also has one of the finest park systems in the state.” Lillian Burry has been a huge contributor to the reforms which warranted those accolades from a critical source.

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Impreveduto will not seek reelection

Patrick Impreveduto

Patrick Impreveduto, the Deputy Director of the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders, will not seek reelection in 2020. He told MMM that he intends to cap his twenty year career in public service when his term expires at the end of next year.

Impreveduto, 66, said he intends to spend more time with his family.

The deputy director serves as the liaison to the the Office of Emergency Management, the Fire Marshall and Fire Academy, the Superintendent of Schools, Workforce Development, the Construction Board of Appeals and the Belford Ferry.

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Greg’s List: Things to Do in Monmouth County this Weekend, December 20-22,2019

By Greg Kelly

Courtesy of Teddy Bears by the Shore

Friday, December 20

• The Nutcracker Rocks at Axelrod PAC (Deal) – MORE INFO
• “Scrooge” (Spring Lake) – MORE INFO
• “Magic of Lights” at PNC Bank Arts Center (Holmdel) – MORE INFO
• “Winter Wonderland Model Train Display” (Lincroft) – MORE INFO
• Atlantic Cinemas Movie Night (Atlantic Highlands) – MORE INFO
• Library Book Sale (Wall Twp.) – MORE INFO
• Winter Solstice Cacao Ceremony (Loch Arbour) – MORE INFO
• “Peace Lights for December” Art Display (Manalapan) – MORE INFO
• Bob Kulik: An Afternoon of Songs & Stories (Manalapan) – MORE INFO

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Congressman Chris Smith’s remarks during the impeachment debate

The U.S. House of Representatives approved articles of impeachment against President Donald J. Trump on Wednesday evening.

Congressman Chris Smith, R-NJ, delivered the following statement in opposition on the House floor during the impeachment debate:

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Art G and Tommy G to discuss impeachment this afternoon on the radio

MMM’s Art Gallagher will be Tommy G’s guest this afternoon on the Tommy G Show.  Topic number 1 is the expected impeachment of President Donald J. Trump.

Tommy’s show is always good for laughs and provocative conversation about local, state and national news.   When Art is a guest, a Monmouth County politician or two often calls in to join the banter.

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How Monmouth County Legislators Voted On Drivers Licenses For Illegal Aliens

Senator Vin Gopal and Assemblywoman Joann Downey are the only Monmouth County legislators who voted to approve drivers licenses for illegal aliens. Photo via ericandjoann.com

The New Jersey Senate and Assembly on Monday passed a bill that would allow illegal aliens qualify for drivers licenses.  Governor Phil Murphy is expected to sign the bill.

Of the legislators representing parts on Monmouth County, only Senator Vin Gopal and Assemblywoman Joann Downey voted in favor of the bill.

Here’s a tally of the Monmouth delegations’ votes on A4743:

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How Monmouth County Legislators Voted On Busting The Property Tax Cap

Senators Sam Thompson, standing, and Vin Gopal, were the only Monmouth County legislators to vote in favor of busting the 2% property tax cap. Photo via NJ School Boards Association

The New Jersey Senate and Assembly passed legislation on Monday that allows school districts that have lost state funding for their budgets and are spending less annually than what the state considers adequate to raise property taxes above the 2% cap without voters’s consent.  The 2% cap was the hallmark reform of the Christie administration.  The cap busting legislation expires after the 2024-2025 school year.

The bill awaits Governor Phil Murphy’s signature before it becomes law.  Murphy has indicated he is opposed to busting the property tax cap, preferring to raise income taxes on millionaires.

Of the legislators who represent parts of Monmouth County, only Senators Vin Gopal (D-11) and Sam Thompson (R-12) voted in favor of the bill.

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