Chessmaster Joe Lux, 2008


Mr. Lux joined us at the studio in May, 2008 to tell us about some chess opportunities in the Bayonne School System, the Bayonne Parks Department, and at a private business in Bayonne.


We also met on location at the Board Game King on Broadway between 33rd and 34th Streets. We discussed the sport with a couple high school chess players.
Mr. Lux has arranged to have a Chess Night every Tuesday night at the Board Game King
In our video clip, Mr. Lux explains how a person earns the title of Chessmaster.

Chessmaster

Bayonne Democratic Chair, Jason O'Donnell, 2008


Jason O'Donnell believes that the best way to bring political power back to the people is to have an active, partisan committee that reaches out consistently at the neighborhood level.


He visited us in the studio just a couple days before the June 3, 2008 primary election.
In our video clip, the Chairman talks about the value of the neighborhood committeeperson.

Chairman

Will Lawson and Cliff Doll, 2008


Mr. Lawson is the President of the Bayonne Board of Education and Mr. Doll is the Business Administrator for the School District.


These gentlemen gave us some insight as to the workings of the Board of Ed and helped me to clear up some of my mistaken assumptions.
In our video clip, the Board President discusses one advantage of having an appointed board as opposed to an elected one.

Projects and Funding

Bayonne Parks and Recreation, 2008


We were joined by Gary Chmielewski, new Director of the Bayonne Department of Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and by Pate Amadeo, a Parks and Recreation Supervisor.


I wanted to ask questions related to spending cuts and downsizing. Chuck and the visitors preferred to focus on the delivery of services to the residents of Bayonne.
In our first video clip, Mr. Amadeo speaks about the Parks and Recreation Website and about the current competitive athletic activities.


Bayonne Sports

I've added a second video clip that deals with the problem of vandalism. I've used the storage services of youtube for that somewhat longer clip.

Graffiti

Bayonne Boy Scout History, 2008


In preparation for a historical anniversary for the Boy Scouts of America, three gentlemen made a presentation. Mr. Lee Fahley, Mr. Jack Vida and Mr. Greg Boyle are interested in presenting some of the history of the Boy Scouts of Bayonne New Jersey


In our video clip, Mr. Fahley tells us about a meeting that he wants to set up and preserve for posterity.

Bayonne Scouts

Mr. Boyle brought along many pictures. I'll share a few of them here.







Mark Smith Mayoral Campaign, Bayonne, NJ, 2008


We attended the opening of Mr. Smith's Campaign Headquarters. In subsequent days, we recorded statements from the Candidate, some of his campaign volunteers, and some of his supporters.


The brief video clip, is a few seconds from the beginning of Mr. Smith's welcoming speech.

Mark Smith

Public Insurance Adjuster, 2008


Armando Casillas and Gloria Argul from Casillas & Associates, LLC were our guests. They explained to us the role of a Public Insurance Adjuster. The people in this profession are hired to look out for the interests of the insured when they need to file a claim to recover from a loss.




The following video clip, describes the value of recent regulation in the Public Insurance Adjuster Industry.

Licensing



Councilman Steve Fulop Reforms, 2008


Councilman Fulop provided petitions for government reform to the City Clerk of Jersey City. Mr. Fulop complied with all of the requirements that the Jersey City City Clerk told him would be necessary.
After fulfilling those requirements, the City Clerk of Jersey City informed Counclman Fulop that the Mayor Healy administration had determined that a different standard would apply.
The Jersey City City Clerk determined that the safest thing for him to do would be to go along and get along with the Healy Administration.


The following video clip, describes the one reform that Councilman Fulop was successful in effecting. The second matter is currently in the process of appeal. Click on the image of Councilman Fulop to view that clip.





Robert F. Sloan for Mayor, 2008


Long-time Bayonne City Clerk Robert F. Sloan is a candidate to fill the unexpired term of Mayor Joseph Doria.
Mr. Sloan's campaign slogan is "Honesty, Integrity, Experience and we do not believe that there are many that will disagree with that description.



The following video clip, is about a minute long. Mr. Sloan describes his campaign. Click on the image of Mr. Sloan to view that clip.



Mark Smith for Mayor, 2008


Bayonne's current Police Director is a candidate for Mayor.
Mr. Smith brought an outline of his plans for his administration. You can review that outline at www.marksmithformayor.com

We discussed government and policy, but also took the opportunity to discuss politics.



In the video clip Mr. Smith explains that a successful Mayor needs to be able to cooperate with others.



Richard Rutkowski for Mayor, 2008


Former Mayor Richard A. Rutkowski is now running to fill the unexpired term of Mayor Joseph V. Doria Jr.

Mayor Rutkowski is the only candidate that has served previously as Mayor of Bayonne and he shared with us why experience is important.



The clip below is actually the entire interview.

The Rutkowski Interview

Janice Hall, President of the Rotary Club of Bayonne, 2008


Janice Hall is a business professional in Bayonne. She is also the 2008 President of the Rotary Club of Bayonne. In this memorable Bayonne election of 2008 Ms. Hall put together a political debate among all five candiates. The debate was presented before a live audience of over 300 citizens. In addition, it was presented to a wider audience through several airings on Bayonne Public Access Cablevision.



The clip below features President Hall inviting more Bayonne citizens to become involved in this organization of local leaders. Just click on the image of Janice to view the clip.







2002, The First Year

The Christmas Extravaganza (2002)

2003 Part 1

Valentine's Day 2003

2003 Part 2

2004 Part 1

2004 Part 2

2005 Part 1

2005 Part 2

2006 Part 1

2006 Part 2

2007 Part 1

2007 Part 2

2008 Part 1

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