AC Primetime w/ Mel Taylor. Atlantic City News, Info, Events.

Listen to audio clips > Atlantic City Mayor Don Guardian & Elizabeth Terenik; Director of Planning & Development. They discussed various Atlantic City Planning & Development projects on WOND Radio, March 3, 2016.

See new Atlantic City Planning & Development Website

Some items discussed:

Absecon Inlet Boardwalk and Seawall to Change the Inlet and Increase Development Potential  The $50M reconstruction and building of new boardwalk and seawall is expected to be complete in 2017.  The Army Corps of Engineers is the lead on the main portion, under construction currently.

Series of Roads Recently Repaved Including Ventnor and Arctic Avenues  The City is completing road paving projects fully funded by the NJ Department of Transportation.  Several additional grant requests were submitted in 2015 for 2016 projects.  The Engineering Division is developing a paving priority list.

Traffic Signal Synchronization Project Under Construction   Fiber optic cable is being installed to connect the Public Safety building with City Hall, allowing for communications, security cameras, and remote traffic light synchronization.  The $1.8M project is funded by the NJ Department of Transportation and is part of a plan for Citywide fiber optic cable.  New ADA accessible curb ramps are included in the project along the cable route, which is Arctic Avenue from Sovereign to Tennessee.

Harold R. Brown Memorial Park Design and Bidding Complete-Ready for Construction:  Bids were received in December 2015 and award of contract is expected in February 2016 for the $1.8M for improvements and beautification of the park and playground located in the center of town.  Project includes:

* An active play park with attention on the design for inclusive play through the incorporation of Universal Design, to consider the wide spectrum of human abilities. It aims to exceed minimum standards to meet the needs of the greatest number of people.

* An enhancement of the existing Tech. Sgt. Harold R. Brown Memorial to acknowledge the sacrifices made by Atlantic City Servicemen and the historical significance that the park has earned in the community.

* A linkage with the adjacent Atlantic Cape Community College campus to enhance the safety, appearance and management of the neighborhood in general.

* Amphitheater space for neighborhood concert and rally type events with a suitable outdoor performance/classroom space.

* “Off the grid” lighting fixtures, powered by wind and solar energy.

Click > Atlantic City Planning & Development Website

 

Who Will Serve Food & Drink at Brigantine Links?

Listen> Jim Fraser; former owner of Mays Landing Country Club talk about The Links at Brigantine Golf Course. They're looking for someone to take over Food & Beverage and Jim was there for the 'walk-thru' on March 2.

An RFP was sent out recently order to attract a vendor that would feed & provide drink inside the Links Clubhouse at the north end of the island.

Pirates Den, Cellar 32 and Mad Dog Morgan were 3 of the 6 potential bidders who did a walk-thru of the facilities on WED March 2.

Brigantine Links Manager; Nathan, said that 23,000 rounds were played in 2015. Fraser thinks that Brigantine needs at least 30,000 rounds with an average price per round $40 to be successful.

'Anemic' is how Fraser described the 2015 revenue numbers that Mad Dog Morgan brought in last season. The Links food & bev operation called Morgan's Pub, only brought in $270,000 as reported by Morgan himself. Many of Morgan's utilities like electricity, WIFI and TV were subsidized by Brigantine Taxpayers. Morgan was able to leverage the City's concessionaires permit which made it very cheap for Mad Dog to serve beer & spirits.

 

The Metropolitan Business & Citizens Association (MBCA) kicked off 2016 by attracting a sold out crowd of 1,050 to the new Harrahs Business Center on January 13.  The Mayor of Atlantic City; the honorable Donald A. Guardian continued the annual tradition of AC Mayors giving their New Year’s address at this popular luncheon.

The Mayor shared his 2016 forecast, vision, goals and projects for Atlantic City. Download and view Mayor's presentation slides here.  This MBCA event was proud to showcase the new Harrah’s Conference Center.

Gary Hill of the MBCA called Mel Taylor's AC Primetime News Radio show.

Gary recapped the festivities that included the Un-official 'State of Atlantic City' from Mayor Don Guardian. Click to listen.

MBCA 2016

The MBCA 2016 kick-off attracted 1,050 to the new Harrahs Business Center in Atlantic City on January 13.

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Atlantic City's Board-Casting Network via Impactivate

Listen Now > The multi-phase project from Impactivate continues to digitize our Atlantic City Boardwalk. Real time messaging, advertising, free wifi and smart phone charging stations were all part of phase one. Most consider this techno-effort a home run. What's next in phase two?

Kevin O'Kane from Impactivate: in-studio guest on The Mel Taylor Radio Show, WPG-1450 on Friday, January 15.

O'Kane provided some exciting updates that include superior public safety benefits, as well as an eye-popping light show for our wooden way.

http://media.blubrry.com/acprimetime/content.blubrry.com/acprimetime/wpg_impactivate_1.15.16.mp3

Impactivate was granted a long-term lease in the Summer of 2014 to utilize the ocean side of the Boardwalk. The Atlantic County Improvement Authority, also known as ACIA, along with City Council, played various roles in this process. The City of Atlantic City gets 15% of screen time each hour.

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CRDA Executive Director John Palmieri said the project includes installation of 72 pan-tilt-zoom security cameras that will be connected to AC Police Department.

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100 Digital screens covering 7,000 feet of unobstructed views from the Atlantic City Boardwalk

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WiFi coverage spanning over 40 acres of Beach & Boardwalk

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Security Cameras count crowds & calculate valuable data (5/1/2016)

Installation of up to 110 high-resolution LED matrix screens along the length of the Boardwalk displays upcoming local events, emergency messages and other programming. Each post provides free WIFI Internet access and mobile charging too. These video display posts also serve as a charging station for electronics like iPhones & Android smartphones.

Impactivate Media was awarded a long-term license from Atlantic City to be an exclusive partner, responsible for transforming the Boardwalk into a safe and entertaining environment that enhances the experience for those visiting this exciting destination.

The future looks bright as Atlantic City gets a digital upgrade to connect with 26 million visitors each year.

 

Atlantic City area radio listeners received a much-needed patriotic boost on Friday afternoon.

Dean Malik; a Pakistani-American with great respect for, and connection with the Muslim Faith, takes a bold stance against those who would kill in the name of their faith. Malik, a Catholic husband & father of 4 from Suburban Philadelphia, was a special guest on the Mel Taylor Radio Show, on WPG Talk Radio 1450, this past Friday, January 8. CLICK TO LISTEN.

Mr. Malik recently had his 'Why I am running for Congress' post published by the Bucks County Courier Times.

Dean Malik is a Marine Officer, a war veteran and a former Bucks County criminal prosecutor. He's now running for an 8th district Congressional seat in Pennsylvania.

Dean Malik is uniquely qualified to talk about topics that many would find awkward, and/or politically incorrect.

Click to Listen.

NJ Congressman (and Ventnor resident) Frank LoBiondo pulled no punches when asked about his thoughts on terrorism and national security. WPG Talk Radio 1450's Harry Hurley had the Congressman in-studio for his monthly visit.

The current administration wants us to be 'politically correct'. Is our military being held back? Is Congress being kept in the dark about the real threat of ISIS?

Click below and listen. The Mel Taylor Radio Show from Friday, Jan. 1, 2016. A quick sampling from WPG 1450 Harry Hurley and "Ask the Congressman".

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Walt & Roy Disney, the Morey’s of Wildwood, the Gilians of Ocean City and the Catanoso's of Steel Pier.... those who saw the future economic benefit of family-friendly attractions. Anthony Catanoso of Steel Pier was a special guest on the Mel Taylor Show, on WPG Talk Radio 1450 in Atlantic City.

Friday, Dec 18. Click to Listen on-Demand.

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One of the most iconic, most legendary assets in Atlantic City is the Steel Pier.

Built in 1898, Steel Pier played host to the biggest and best performers. Sinatra, Jagger, The Three Stooges, The Diving Horse, Louie Prima and more.

https://youtu.be/GL-eaYhaZCM

Today, Steep Pier is being re-invented by Anthony Catanoso & crew.

Rides, attractions, music and fun. After 20 years of leasing Steel Pier from Donald Trump, Anthony and his brothers, along with another partner, decided to buy the 1,000 ft pier from Trump. Before the Catanoso's took over, it was primarily being used as a private heli-pad for Trump.

Atlantic City Steel Pier. New Attractions for Summer & Fall 2016 >

* 4 Person Zip Line. 140 ft in the air...A 700 foot ride from the ocean tip of Steel Pier to the Boardwalk in front of Landshark & Margaritaville.

* Observation Wheel: 200+ ft high. Shooting for late Summer / Fall 2016 grand opening.

* 3 months to build foundation and then 3 months to erect the wheel. Engineering issues being dealt with now.

* 15-minute rides in enclosed climate-controlled gondolas attract visitors year-round.

* Steel Pier 'Bridge" 30,000 sq. ft. of space that crosses over the Boardwalk. Amazing views....quite possibly the BEST views along the Atlantic City Boardwalk. It could house 2 new tenants/attractions by Summer 2016.

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Listen Now On-Demand

Listen on Demand > We talk South Jersey shore Real Estate and investments with Larry Campbell of Balsley Losco on WPG Talk Radio 1450. Host Mel Taylor, along with Tony Catanoso of the Steel Pier tackle topics that include FSBO; For Sale By Owner, how to negotiate commission rates with a Real Estate Agent, and how family friendly attractions are the future of Atlantic City.

Larry & Tony discuss the new Steel Pier Observation Wheel which should be spinning by mid to late 2016, and Tony's new Zip Line ride slated for next Summer.

Indeed, these types of amusements play a major role in both the Atlantic City, Ventnor and Margate Real Estate markets, and the regional economy as a whole.

Larry A. Campbell

* Balsley/Losco Real Estate, Margate, Ventnor, Longport

* [email protected]

* Direct: 609-437-2430

* Mobile: 609-442-6972

* 9615 Ventnor Ave, Margate, NJ 08402

Sanchez, Belamarich-Berry, Danielson

Atlantic City can live or die by the coverage it receives from a lone news source. That's the big risk of having a 'one newspaper town'. But's that all starting to change with new media start-ups like ACprimetime.com, Triax57.com, SNJ-Today, and 'This is AC'.

Social media is the expertise of “This is AC”. They place their focus on the growing amount of positive Atlantic City news.

The co-founders of 'This is AC' are Dawn Belamarich, Evan Sanchez, and Donna Danielson. Watch video below & read more at SNJ Today News. What do these three people have in common? They share a love for Atlantic City and new media.

Hash Tag: #ThisIsAC

“We have so much to offer in Atlantic City, there’s so many positive things here, we grouped together with This is AC and formed this coalition just to push the positive information out about Atlantic City,” said Danielson. “There’s shopping, there’s great art, there’s awesome shows that you can go here, and that’s what we need to get out to the public.”

https://youtu.be/iQ0hgLCadVg

Read More at SNJ Today News

Triax 57

Headquartered in a spacious location within The Playground Pier at Caesars, Triax57.com would like to fill the void left by WMGM TV-40 that shuttered it's news operation last year, providing local South Jersey programming and special events. Some, including us here at ACprimetime, would love to see former TV-40 anchor; Michelle Dawn Mooney show up on Triax 57.

John Heinz is the owner/founder of Triax 57 on the Atlantic City Boardwalk.

Heinz uses super-fast Internet connections to digitally broadcast (aka: 'stream') content to any device; smart phones, tablets, laptops, desktops or smart TV's. The goal is to let anyone watch local AC programming LIVE when it happens, or when convenient...via on-demand downloads.

Click > Learn more about TRIAX 57 in Atlantic City.

Click > Learn more about Get Smart Digital Marketing & PR Services in Atlantic City

John Heinz

Listen To The Interview

Gary Hill is on a short list of private citizens that continue to have a major impact on the Atlantic City region. Gary was a guest on the Mel Taylor Show on WPG Talk Radio 1450 on Friday, December 11, 2015. Click to listen on demand.

Along with John Shultz; his husband & business partner of 30+ years, Gary has been tireless in his efforts to bring about greater awareness of issues like civil unions, same sex marriage and the South Jersey AIDS Alliance.

Gary and John also lead and manage the MBCA; Metropolitan Business and Citizens Association, as well as the amazing Miss America Pageant drag spoof: Miss'd America.

Gary Hill is one of the most INFLUENTIAL…and nicest guys in AC….. listen to GARY HILL from the Schultz-Hill Foundation.... on WPG Talk Radio 1450.

Some topics discussed:

* South Jersey AIDS Alliance

* MBCA

* Miss'd America

* Shultz-Hill Foundation

* Studio Six & Club Tru

* Civil Unions and Gay Marriage

https://youtu.be/hXlrMAFjd1s