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A Reform “Push Poll”- Tim Occhipinti Part 2

1)       Tim Occhipinti wants the return of a Saturday St. Patrick’s Parade, despite the fact of increased vandalism, sexual assaults and massive debauchery from the last one. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

2)       Tim Occhipinti complained about potholes on Washington St. but voted against paving the street. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

3)       Tim has voted against any repaving unless it was in the 4th Ward. If you live in any of the other 5 Wards would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

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4)       Tim Occhipinti voted against a Hoboken 9/11 Memorial despite the fact that Hoboken was #2 of the most citizens’ murdered on that day. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

5)      Tim Occhipinti has voted against repairing Pier C after Sandy hit. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

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6)      Tim Occhipinti argued for shore residents to get Sandy aid at the expense of Hoboken. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

7)      Tim Occhipinti voted to not refinance the Midtown Parking Gage costing Hoboken taxpayers $5 million dollars and then claimed he did no such thing.  Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

8)      Tim Occhipinti crowed about his Train of Hope for Hoboken Sandy victims, when in reality almost of the aid went elsewhere. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

9)       Tim Occhipinti refused to take down his campaign signs despite a city order to do so and had to plead guilty to violating local zoning laws. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

10)  Tim Occhipinti harassed and violated a local blogger’s right to 1st Amendment speech. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

11)  Tim Occhipinti had to be escorted out of a Zoning Board meeting for a campaign contributor because he might have to hear an appeal on the case? He should have known about this potential conflict.  Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

12)  Tim Occhipinti claimed the Hoboken’s Corporate Counsel works the City Council when in fact she is employed by the City of Hoboken. Since he has sat through budget hearing while she testified. Tim Occhipinti should have been better informed and prepared. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

13)   Tim Occhipinti claims he represents our city employees but has voted against repairs for worn out equipment, fire and mold hazards and other unsafe working conditions. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

14)  Tim Occhipinti voted against an ADA compliant Hop Bus to allow Hoboken’s disabled citizens use the system? The busses are also subject to frequent breakdowns and overcrowding. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

15)   Tim Occhipinti claims to be an “Independent” but except for 2-3 times he has never voted against Beth Mason (on a 5-4 vote) his largest campaign contributor. Would this make you more or less likely to vote for Tim?

 






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