New fees for those who rent out their Brigantine vacation home? That idea came from the Brigantine Economic Development Committee that features Councilman Andy Simpson as one of it’s members. It was floated during the City Council meeting on Jan. 6, 2016. As you may recall, Mr. Simpson has made […]
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See Video > The gas station and auto repair shop at the Brigantine Lighthouse Circle was burglarized (again) on Tuesday night, Nov. 24 at approx 10:30 pm. The video security system inside the office recorded the burglar as he searched through desk drawers, file cabinets and any spot that might
Break-in Caught on Video. Why No Brigantine Police Report? Read More »
Brigantine school consolidation is not needed. That’s what Brigantine Mayor Phil Guenther and School Superintendent; Brian Pruitt reported last week via a highly questionable document called: Brigantine Public Schools Consolidation Study. (click to read) This so-called study was released to the general public, just minutes before it was voted upon and approved
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Does Brigantine shy away from digital technology? That’s a question being asked by residents after learning of Brigantine’s limited interest in subsidized Police body cams. This comes on the heels of Police Chief / City Webmaster Tim Reed’s recent decision to cancel the on-demand webcasts of City Council meetings. Many
Fire Chief Holl Saw Digital Deficiencies. Brigantine Avoids Tech? Read More »
Will Brigantine taxpayers see much needed relief anytime soon? ‘Not likely’, says a growing number of concerned citizens. Explosive school district costs will tax relief a non-starter. Twelve new hires have recently been added to the Brigantine City Hall staff. Over 30 employees make over $100K (not counting OT, Health
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Brigantine considered an American ghost town? Ouch. That’s what a national website called 24/7 Wall St. thinks. Sure, Brig has its challenges. But the real fear for all of us with financial skin in the game……is this how OTHERS think about our Brigantine Beach? Of course, perception often is reality.
Brigantine welcomed a new resident on Sunday morning, Nov. 29. “Nell Kennedy is happy and healthy, and weighed 6 lbs. at birth,” said parents Patrick and Amy Kennedy. Harper, Owen and Nora Kennedy – were “over the moon” to meet their new little sister. People Magazine had the exclusive photo of
A 24 yr old Brigantine man is in serious condition after a violent car accident on Tuesday night. Witnesses told police they saw John Rios driving erratically at a high rate of speed before crashing into a utility pole on the eastbound lane of Route 30, near the Bayview Motel
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The City of Brigantine is working on upgrading it’s streetscapes. The city hosted a meeting for the local business community recently. The focus was a re-design of the central business district of Brigantine. Presentations were made by a Philadelphia landscape architectural firm. Two different designs were presented to attendees. A
Could the Links at Brigantine Golf Course eventually be run by the ACIA; Atlantic County Improvement Authority? City Manager Stinson has been given the OK to start negotiations for potentially entering into a shared services agreement with the ACIA. The deal would cover management & maintenance….not food & beverage. An independent authority
VIDEO > Brigantine City Council Summary NOV 19 2015 Read More »
Finally. A place to grab a quick espresso or cafe latte on Brigantine Beach. Casale al Mare is a fantastic new retail store on the island that specializes in Italian imports. We’re talking pastas, olive oils, balsamics, sauces and dolce. They also has really nice selection of Italian cheeses & meats….and
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The Brigantine Chapter of the Red Hat Ladies will hold their annual Thanksgiving Dinner Wednesday Nov. 18 at the Brigantine Golf Links. Cocktails begin 6 p.m. and dinner is at 7 p.m. Cost is $25. Send your reservation by Monday, Nov.16 to Sallye Nordling, 4220 Brigantine Blvd. Unit 201B, Brigantine,
Brigantine 2015 Employee Salary Chart & Highlights. Enjoy. 170 employee positions in 2015. That’s 12 more employees than 2014 31 employees make over $100,000 in base salary $10.3 mil in total base salaries (inc. holiday, longevity, stipends, clothing, etc) $359,000 in total 2015 longevity pay (bonus for showing up) $2.3 million
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Brigantine’s collapsing road along the wetlands; Harbor Beach Cove, is more than just municipal repair headache for City Manager; Ed Stinson. An engineer by trade, Stinson is likely having DEP nightmares too. Will Stinson call the Department of Environmental Protection for advice? Local residents claim that Stinson and the City still
Brigantine City Hall: Still No Contract for Collapsing Road Read More »
