The email from Allen Kratz was forwarded to me by Gary Holtzman. While Gary and I may not support the same candidate for Hoboken Mayor, it should be clear we both agree that funding this trust is important since over the years Hoboken has benefited greatly from this in terms of helping to improve the quality of life.Email from Gary Holtzman:
Our own incredible Hoboken historic places supporter Allen Kratz has said it best, so I'll step out of the way & just forward his email.
- Gary Holtzman
Email from Allen Kratz:
This coming Tuesday, I encourage you to vote "yes" to continue funding for the New Jersey Historic Trust.
During the past two decades, historic sites in Hoboken have received more than $2.7 million in matching grants for restoration from the New Jersey Historic Trust:
1991 Hoboken Terminal, $400,000
1992 Hoboken Terminal, $300,000
1997 Our Lady of Grace Church, $358,514
2005 Hoboken City Hall, $535,327
2006 United Synagogue/Star of Israel Synagogue, $380,000
2008 Hoboken Public Library, $750,000
Many other historic sites in Hoboken could become eligible for preservation grants from the New Jersey Historic Trust. I urge a "yes" vote to continue this funding opportunity for owners of historic sites in Hoboken.
- Allen Kratz
Public Question #1 - November 3, 2009 Authorizes the State to issue bonds to provide moneys for funding historic preservation projects and the acquisition and preservation of farmland and open space.
Provides two more years, or $12 million, of funding for historic preservation.
In 20 years, the Historic Trust awarded more than $123 million in matching grants for preservation planning and “bricks and mortar” capital preservation projects to 532 worthy historic sites throughout the State.
This public investment saves buildings from destruction, preserves quality of life in communities, creates public awareness and creates a legacy for generations of New Jersey residents yet to come.
Investing in historic preservation recycles building materials and helps save the environment, creates construction jobs and helps develops tourism destinations that can boost economic development. ◦
