I never realized how entertaining reading the local papers can be.
I recently read that one of my opponents is having a public forum to discuss his ideas. Ironically, his commitment to open government and free discussion does not extend to participating in live, televised mayoral debates.
Despite my challenges, my opponent chooses not to face me in a debate. He said he wants to have all 12 local candidates participate in a "debate" together. Since we each would only have a minute to talk, I guess he feels he would not have to fear giving any real answers or facing any rebuttals.
What a great disservice he does to the community he thinks he deserves to lead.
This community demands answers. What is his plan to attract businesses and jobs to the town? What is his plan for workforce development? Will he put the taxpayers at risk by using local dollars to pay for a satellite campus? Does he agree with the mayor and council's denying me access to information on that campus project?
What is his plan for community outreach? Who was the biggest beneficiary in terms of water and sewer hook-up when the town paid for $800,000 toilets to Boyer Avenue? What is his plan for road re-paving? What is his plan for water and sewer? How much did the Town Hall actually cost? Why was he for change orders with the Town Hall project before he was against them with the elementary school project? With these tough questions, no wonder he just wants to rattle off soundbites on television.
His refusal to debate indicates how he will choose to govern: behind a veil of secrecy.
Well, the citizens deserve better. We need an end to secret decision-making amongst select families and groups. The Hammonton Democrats will bring that change. My running mates -- Mike Ammirato, Jim Scarpato and Carmen Villani -- and I have a plan for economic development, improved services and community outreach. We will implement this plan with open and honest debate and discussion. When we are elected, every citizen will be able to take ownership in the direction of this town. The future will belong to you.
I never realized how entertaining reading the local papers can be.
I recently read that one of my opponents is having a public forum to discuss his ideas. Ironically, his commitment to open government and free discussion does not extend to participating in live, televised mayoral debates.
Despite my challenges, my opponent chooses not to face me in a debate. He said he wants to have all 12 local candidates participate in a "debate" together. Since we each would only have a minute to talk, I guess he feels he would not have to fear giving any real answers or facing any rebuttals.
What a great disservice he does to the community he thinks he deserves to lead.
This community demands answers. What is his plan to attract businesses and jobs to the town? What is his plan for workforce development? Will he put the taxpayers at risk by using local dollars to pay for a satellite campus? Does he agree with the mayor and council's denying me access to information on that campus project?
What is his plan for community outreach? Who was the biggest beneficiary in terms of water and sewer hook-up when the town paid for $800,000 toilets to Boyer Avenue? What is his plan for road re-paving? What is his plan for water and sewer? How much did the Town Hall actually cost? Why was he for change orders with the Town Hall project before he was against them with the elementary school project? With these tough questions, no wonder he just wants to rattle off soundbites on television.
His refusal to debate indicates how he will choose to govern: behind a veil of secrecy.
Well, the citizens deserve better. We need an end to secret decision-making amongst select families and groups. The Hammonton Democrats will bring that change. My running mates -- Mike Ammirato, Jim Scarpato and Carmen Villani -- and I have a plan for economic development, improved services and community outreach. We will implement this plan with open and honest debate and discussion. When we are elected, every citizen will be able to take ownership in the direction of this town. The future will belong to you.
So this November, let's make the right choice.
Joseph Ingemi
Democratic candidate for mayor
Hammonton
Well then I guess Steve is only capable to run in a local election, anything higher requires many speeches and many questions - which he can't handle. HF moto is strength in numbers they can never do anything alone. When you see the Mayor he runs away from people yet at the council meeting he's a talking machine because he feels safe that he is not alone and when he can't answer questions someone else will answer for him (Eddie or Jimmy). Another words HF people are bullies. I want to elect someone who has self confidence and one way to obtain that is by telling the truth.
I heard there was going to be a debate at Frog Rock.
I would never hold a debate on HF property. HF would some how try to sabotage it. They can't be trusted not for a minute.
I am glad the Democrats are not agreeing to have all the candidates debate. Why would people want to ask all those candidates questions?
Another falsehood by the opposition. The Hammonton Democrats absolutely want ALL of the candidates to participate in a debate. Our difference is that the voters deserve to hear what the Mayoral candidates have to say seperate from the council candidates. 12 people is outrageous for a debate. The Mayor is the leader of Council and needs to be presented as a leader in a serious debate format. If all 12 are in one debate, time will be too short for each response and there will be no time for rebuttals. Look at last year's with only 9 people. That was not a debate, that was a question and answer session. That's OK for council candidates, but the Mayor candidates need to show why they deserve to lead our Town.
Steve will never debate, he is a chicken, oh no he is really person that wouldn't know the truth if he spoke it. He is the biggest liar that ever walked the streets of Hammonton. He can make up more stories than anyone in Hammonton, problem is he thinks he knows the truth. He has many reasons not to want to debate, his record of taking money from the school and funding the town are clear. his record of several other things are about to come to light. Sewer hook-ups, dirt,and the list goes on.
Is there going to be free food and drink at the debate? I luvs getting me my free stuff. When is the picnic getting rescheduled, someone owes me a steak.
So it is the dems postion that they would not run sewer to the ball fields on boyer ave because it ran sewer by the bowling alley.
what a joke.
steve fixed the school and built a great town hall . he charged zero for being the construction manager.
it's called comunity service. why don't you guys try it.
What exactly does Steve want to take credit for? He tells everyone he does everything. Many people do volunteer their time for this town, but in Steves eyes its all about main street and the D boys that he is a puppet for. He did such a great job at town hall, first the hand rails, the heat/air condition, and now the stucco, oh and I forgot the truck that don't fit in the garage. Why would he have charged he got plenty of free sewer at the property on moss mill road. Steve is a nasty hot head who always wants his way. He is the worlds biggest bully. He is backed up by his cronies from the downtown dictator club.Truth be said him and Jerry and the others on the tickect all have differences with each other. Its ashame the hospital is gone because they have stabbed each other so many times in the back its a wonder they haven't bleed to death. Vote anybody but the ticket of puppets. When they kick you its good business and if you ask questions its politics.
Chirs Cristie and Steve perfect together, they both hate the NJEA . But yet Steve wanted to give money to Stockton /down town, but when he campaigns he says hes' for all four cornors, do you think he owns the property their too.???What about Mickey the realitor thats another great conflict, between zoning and the town insurance how can he be independent? how about Jerry B, the mad tree cutter who gets paid for what? hey did you get to see the utube that Steve sent around? What a joke they can't even read a script ...so thats why they won't debate. Me thinks they have fooled the people long enough. What did Steve have to do with the building of the boat house? once again taking credit for something he didn't do, so like Steve. Steve how about showing exactly where the money came from with the construction of the boat house, me thinks we the taxpayer is going for a boat ride on this bunch if lies. oh that right they voluntered oh yes.
These posts are great! Finally the truth is coming out and I hope people still remember this in November. Keep em coming, I hope HF is reading the truth about themselves.
Why can't we have a good honest debate in Hammonton? I'm sick and tired of these prepared statements by candidates who can only speak for a minute or two. I want to see candidates answer direction questions why I should elect that individual. We need answers to some real tough hard questions. Questions that the current administration don't want people to ask because it will end their party's dominance.
Let's face it these clowns wouldn't know the inside of a college if it bit them in the a$$. Stockton is a way for their downtown properties (current and future) to flourish. That's it. Since when were they ever interested in continuing education? They are a little old to be looking into college, dontcha think?LOL They brought Jean back because she works there and could get this thing going. Plus they get more state (welfare) money to move around as they see fit. Who actually owns Hammonton, the fed, state or county governments that fund them?
Why is the hospital up for sale? What happened to the Veterans Hospital? HF couldn't get that going or is KMD going to put up homes there?
Let's face it these clowns wouldn't know the inside of a college if it bit them in the a$$. Stockton is a way for their downtown properties (current and future) to flourish. That's it. Since when were they ever interested in continuing education? They are a little old to be looking into college, dontcha think?LOL They brought Jean back because she works there and could get this thing going. Plus they get more state (welfare) money to move around as they see fit. Who actually owns Hammonton, the fed, state or county governments that fund them?
Why is the hospital up for sale? What happened to the Veterans Hospital? HF couldn't get that going or is KMD going to put up homes there?
It would make sense to open the college on the WHP to encourage businesses to open up in Hammonton. It would be best for our public schools if it's on school property especially since most of the courses will be for teacher professional development. Students wouldn't have to go far to take courses.
So you are saying Stockton was brought here for the teachers in the local public schools? I thought Stockton was a state college offering an education for anyone who wanted it regardless of where they worked? I think you are wrong about that. Since it is open to the public, anyone can attend. It is not just for the teachers of the Hammonton School District unless you know something I don't! Why would anyone think that? If that is true, sounds like some wheeling/dealing took place between Stockton and the mayor, which is probably illegal. I hope you are wrong - for Stockton's sake - because I see big lawsuits if Hammonton thinks a state college is part of their private school system. Wow.
So you are saying Stockton was brought here for the teachers in the local public schools? I thought Stockton was a state college offering an education for anyone who wanted it regardless of where they worked? I think you are wrong about that. Since it is open to the public, anyone can attend. It is not just for the teachers of the Hammonton School District unless you know something I don't! Why would anyone think that? If that is true, sounds like some wheeling/dealing took place between Stockton and the mayor, which is probably illegal. I hope you are wrong - for Stockton's sake - because I see big lawsuits if Hammonton thinks a state college is part of their private school system. Wow.
HF has nothing to worry about.. the taxpayers will foot the bill
So you are saying Stockton was brought here for the teachers in the local public schools? I thought Stockton was a state college offering an education for anyone who wanted it regardless of where they worked? I think you are wrong about that. Since it is open to the public, anyone can attend. It is not just for the teachers of the Hammonton School District unless you know something I don't! Why would anyone think that? If that is true, sounds like some wheeling/dealing took place between Stockton and the mayor, which is probably illegal. I hope you are wrong - for Stockton's sake - because I see big lawsuits if Hammonton thinks a state college is part of their private school system. Wow.
Hey smart guy, I said most courses are for teachers. Rowan and Rutgers do the same thing at other towns where they have a satellite facility. They have these course offerings for easy access for students and easy access for people who are doing student teaching. Millions of grants have been gained in Vineland when Rowan offered courses within their school facilities. They offer computer courses and art classes for seniors as well.
