Downbeach Buzz discusses several local political and real estate issues. The host expresses concern about how tax dollars are spent and the lack of a taxpayer advocate in Margate.
Key topics include:
Transparency in Government The video criticizes the lack of transparency in local government, specifically mentioning Margate’s delay in implementing Zoom for public meetings and criticizing Len Desiderio, the mayor of Sea Isle, for non-transparent meeting schedules (10:00 AM on a Tuesday) The CRDA is also cited as being non-transparent.
Taxes and Spending Continuous raising of taxes despite increasing property values and highlights the issue of longevity pay in Margate.
Real Estate and Construction Sherri Lilienfeld of EXP Realty stresses importance of understanding construction, drainage, and lot coverage when buying property at the shore.
end of Downbeach Real Estate bull market?
Washington Ave Project There’s a detailed discussion about the proposed conversion of Washington Avenue to a one-way street with bike lanes and landscaping. Sherri argues against the one-way conversion, citing potential traffic problems for adjacent streets.
Community Engagement The video stresses the importance of public participation in commission meetings to address local issues. It also mentions that Margate’s shift from email newsletters to Instagram and TikTok might be hindering public awareness.
The majority of Margate residents do not want the Washington Ave project. Just because there is grant money for projects, doesn’t mean you must execute the project.
The bigger problem with the streets in Margate are the narrow two way residential streets.
Why not implement alternating one way residential streets, instead of screwing up Washington Ave.
The people of Margate have voiced their concerns at council meeting, telling the governing body that the Washington Ave project is bad and not welcome.
Does the council people care what the people want? They do not! They do what they want. Which tells me, people are getting paid , aka bribed.