Archive for March 2010

Housing, Zoning Briefs

Mar 31st, 2010 | By | Category: On tap

An application for a large pole sign on Meadowlands Parkway, plans for a two-story liquor store business on Roosevelt Ave. where Window Gallery sits, a home goes to sheriff’s sale by order of U.S. Bank, and graffiti “enhances” a Secaucus-Hoboken sign… The strip mall at 20 Meadowlands Parkway that includes Dunkin Donuts and Sinbad Lounge [...]



School Budget Down; Levy Up

Mar 29th, 2010 | By | Category: On tap, Schools

Secaucus officials presented a $32.2M budget to the public on Monday night reflecting a reduction in spending but also carrying a tax increase to support school programs as well as offset state aid cuts. The 2010-11 budget is a 3.3 percent ($1.1M) cut over this year’s levy, achieved by consolidating positions, reining in costs, and [...]



Public to Get Budget Preview

Mar 28th, 2010 | By | Category: On tap

Secaucus residents Monday night will get a chance to sound off on the proposed 2010-11 budget for the district’s schools ahead of an April 20 vote. The budget, which attempts to raise more than $757K through a 2.5 percent tax increase, was put together just days after the state said Secaucus would lose $1.6M in [...]



Royal Motel

Mar 28th, 2010 | By | Category: Hotels, Secaucus Directory

Royal Motel 650 Route 3 West Secaucus, NJ 201-866-1986 Website Amenities: free Wi-Fi, near buses to NYC.



Red Roof Inn Meadowlands

Mar 28th, 2010 | By | Category: Hotels, Secaucus Directory

Red Roof Inn Meadowlands 15 Meadowlands Parkway Secaucus, NJ 201-319-1000 Website Info: The most economical choice for staying in Secaucus’ Hackensack River-side locale, Red Roof has front-door access to New York transportation all day through the late evening. Dining options are walkable with even more within a short cab ride or drive. Amenities: free Wi-Fi, [...]



Plaza Motor Inn

Mar 28th, 2010 | By | Category: Hotels, Secaucus Directory

Plaza Motor Inn 155 Route 3 East Secaucus, NJ 888-421-8382 Website Notes: The Plaza Motor in is a no-frills, side-of-the-highway motel convenient to NYC transportation. It’s also the closest lodging to the center of Secaucus and convenient to town services, dining and some shopping.  Amenities: free Wi-Fi and parking, close to town center and NYC transportation. [...]



Pets Hotel (at Petsmart)

Mar 27th, 2010 | By | Category: Hotels, Secaucus Directory

Pets Hotel (at Petsmart) 300 Mill Creek Drive Secaucus, NJ 201-583-0861 Website Notes: 24/7 care for your cat or dog.



Meadowlands Plaza Hotel

Mar 27th, 2010 | By | Category: Hotels, Secaucus Directory

Meadowlands Plaza Hotel 40 Wood Avenue Secaucus, NJ 201-272-1000 Website Notes: The Plaza Hotel is one of three in Secaucus’ western end, an alternative to the bustle of the Meadows and preferred by many because of the nearby Hackensack River and mellower locale. It also houses one of the town’s best restaurants, La Reggia, and [...]



La Quinta Inn & Suites

Mar 27th, 2010 | By | Category: Hotels, Secaucus Directory

La Quinta Inn & Suites 350 Lighting Way Secaucus, NJ 201-863-8700 Website Notes: La Quinta sits across from Secaucus’ Mill Creek Mall in the town’s north end. Dining and shopping are easily accessible on foot, as is bus transporation to New York. A fun and relatively inexpensive hotel, LQ has a nice selection of amenities, [...]



Hyatt Place

Mar 27th, 2010 | By | Category: Hotels, Secaucus Directory

Hyatt Place 575 Park Plaza Drive Secaucus, NJ 201-422-9480 Website Notes: Probably Secaucus’ finest hotel, Hyatt Place features modern amenities and decor in a location with several dining and entertainment options, in addition to easy bus service to Manhattan. Amenities: free wi-fi, free continental breakfast, fitness center, 24/7 room service w/ liquor, Starbucks, free computers [...]