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Listen to our behind the scenes look at the Miss America Organization. We talk with Sam Haskell, CEO and Chairman of the Miss America Organization. Miss America and Atlantic City. 2 classics on the rebound….and after a brief separation… 2 iconic brands that have been joined together once again. How are things working out so far? How do we track ROI.. RETURN ON INVESTMENT? Is the Miss America Pageant helping to RE-INVENT Atlantic City? Yes. CLICK HERE for interview with Miss America COO Josh Randle Mel, Sam, The Crown.

Atlantic City may soon WEBCAST it's council meetings. Atlantic City Councilman Jesse Kurtz introduced that no-brainer idea, part of his so-called Transparency Act on Wednesday night. It quickly passed the 'first reading'. LISTEN TO PODCAST. Background: In 2013, next door in Brigantine; the island just north of Atlantic City, began Internet broadcasting....and archiving... video of their City Council meetings. It was great & cheap way for MORE people to watch city government at work....either live or later on-demand. Councilman Jesse Kurtz The Brigantine City Manager said the plan was to create an archive of recordings for residents to peruse on demand. This archive would live on Youtube. Much like Atlantic City, Brigantine Taxpayers had been asking for this for a long time....for greater transparency, and better accessibility for second home-owners and those who can't attend 5pm meetings at City Hall. Some on council initially balk at being recorded. Some suggest they're just fearful more taxpayers will

Listen to ACprimetime Radio for AUG 16, 2016. We cover the re-invention of Atlantic City, and we celebrate the awesomeness that is Brigantine, Ventnor, Margate and Ocean City. Atlantic City Primetime Radio SHOW NOTES: In this episode, we talk about so-called 'road diets' in Margate and Ventnor, which will slow speeding traffic  and create a more pedestrian and bike friendly Downbeach. Could Margate re-build it's Boardwalk? We head to Ocean City for an examination of feeding the seagulls could get you fined, or thrown in jail. The owner of the Press of Atlantic City admits papers are losing advertisers and readers. Even Radio is hiding the fact that their advertisers are ditching AM & FM for the fertile fields of Internet marketing. Over on THE ROCK, better known as the beautiful island of Brigantine, we dive into another brazen example of Greenhead Politics in action. Mayor Phil Guenther defends re-hire of Doran Engineering, a firm well-known for illegal billing and invoicing.

In this episode of ACprimetime Radio, we talk Bader Field and the lowball offers that were submitted. Beach concerts. Do’s and don’t. New digital parking meters rake in $15,000 in the first weekend. Taj Mahal strikers still striking. Beach concert set-up is exciting. Where to park cheap for beach concerts & special events. The benefit of Boutique casinos. Bart Blatstein buying too much? Who really owns the pier in front of Caesars? Rumor mill: Who is considering a deal with REVEL? From the archives: The Gary Hill Interview. Miss’d America. ACprimetime Radio News. Show Notes.

What we're talking about.... on this episode of ACprimetime Radio for the week of AUG 1, 2016: Can the Mayor of Atlantic City trust a '60 year old white guy' to revive AC? Bart Blatstein and Tower Investments buying too much Boardwalk in Atlantic City? $74 million bridge loan is coming. But the City has to dissolve the MUA. Boardwalk Bike riding til noon, woo-hoo. Bike vending at Claridge too. Does Atlantic City have clear title for all the land that's being sold & auctioned off? Taj Mahal strike update. 4 weeks and counting. Councilman Marty Small money ideas. Marty asked for a rescue plan extension. Guv & Senator Sweeney says no. CRDA providing reduced parking rates for major events. Why is Mayor Guardian down on Miss America?

Atlantic City - AC Primetime Radio News. Show Notes for JULY 15, 2016. Sponsored by Lacey Cleaning & Get Smart Digital. Blatstein held a party on Garden Pier. Many question that event. Dust-up at Council meeting over that. WAV club, Showboat, Party on pier. WavAC.com site is dead. Liens on AC property? No permits. Wants to buy it. Vague as to his plans Council approved selling Garden Pier to developer Bart Blatstein.... for $1.5 million. Attorney for Glenn Straub, describes deal as risky for the city. The Bader Field auction was postponed. The new deadline for bids is now Aug. 4. Straub says there were no bids. He didn’t put one in. Taj Mahal AC looking for replacement workers? Strikers have til Monday to accept offer from Tony Rodio. SEE AD > http://www.trumpemployment.com/ Atlantic City Gaming Revenue was down a bit for JUNE 2016, year over year. (yoy) Resorts is UP 10% yoy    Trump Taj was UP 13% yoy Will there be any shows at the Pinky Pavilion this summer ? A suggestion was made instead

Short Life for Dance Club The WAV nightclub is no more. The barely broken-in club on Atlantic City's Playground Pier has reportedly closed it's doors. The WAVac website is also offline. Opened with much fanfare in April 2016, WAV was supposed to be a magnet for 20-somethings. The slow-growing Playground Pier in front of Caesars Casino on the Boardwalk really needed that kind of traffic boost. The many bars, retailers and eateries inside the Playground would supposedly benefit from the hundreds that would shop, eat & drink before heading into the WAV for a night of dancing. LISTEN> ACprimetime Radio 7.6.2016 Playground Pier is the brainchild of Bart Blatstein and Tower Investments. Blatstein purchased the struggling 'Pier Shops' at Caesars for $2.7 mil in November of 2014. The deal was not a friendly one, which may explain why Caesars does nothing to encourage their guests to walk across the Boardwalk to enjoy Playground offerings. This bad Playground news dampens the excitement of Blatstein's new Showbo

On Tuesday June 28, Atlantic City residents got an update on the Rescue Plan being developed by Mayor Guardian & Team. Listen to PODCAST > Cut costs? Drive new revenue? Sell assets? LISTEN: Atlantic City Recovery Plan UPDATE. PLAN DUE DATE is NOV 3, 2016

The big stories we’re following on ACprimetime.com & talking about on ACprimetime RADIO… Britain voted to exit the European Union….should the AC tourism district exit the City of Atlantic City? Is AC finally rightsized with casinos? THE LAST person you should ask is a competing casino manager or long-distance financial analyst that thinks gambling must stay dominant part of AC economy. Is the PRESS OF AC picking winners & losers in AC? Is local MEDIA ….BAD for AC? $1.7 million…..The most recent AC auction raised selling off vacant land.  Up next….the closed bid auction for Bader Field. But the question remains…. Why didn’t city auction off Garden Pier and the old volley ball court between REVEL & Showboat? Guv Christie is NOT confident in Mayor Don Guardian coming up with a financial rescue plan for Atlantic City. Pot is legal in philly, Arizona, wash DC….and soon vegas & Nevada…..but why not AC? Councilman Marty Small is NOT in favor of this smart money raising idea Security cams being installed on boa

Listen to AC Primetime Radio for the week of June 20, 2016. We talk Blatstein, Garden Pier, Borgata, Uber, Glenn Straub and more. Pretty sure we'll tick somebody off with this one. Speaking truth to power, we are ACprimetime Radio. Enjoy....as we track the re-invention of Atlantic City.

Council Kills Economic Boost Local politics has once again mucked up another no-brainer attraction for Atlantic City's Boardwalk. Listen to ACprimetime Radio. We asked Atlantic City Councilman Jesse Kurtz about his thoughts on responsible enjoyment of alcoholic beverages within our vibrant Tourism District. Councilman Kurtz Kurtz, a devout Christian husband and father of four kids, sees no problem with having responsible, open container laws on the Boardwalk and within the Tourism District. On the other hand, the increasingly unpopular Atlantic City Councilman; George Tibbitt, is adamantly opposed to this proven, economy boosting tactic. Listen to ACprimetime Radio > 

Is the City Council of Atlantic City helping...or hurting the re-invention of our seaside resort? Atlantic City has been held back once again by a few on Council more concerned with votes, than economic turn-around. The Boardwalk Beverage ordinance has been delayed once again. LISTEN TO the ACprimetime Radio report. At the most recent council meeting, a majority of elected leaders squashed a critical ‘Boardwalk beverage’ ordinance. This economy killing opportunity was lead by the infamous, Councilman George Tibbett, who recently was caught by a 6 ABC Action News sting operation. Tibbett was video-taped using a City vehicle for personal use, something he claimed he stopped doing 2 years prior. Also against the open container ordinance is Councilman Frank Gilliam Jr. Ironically, the former Council President is pushing for legalization of Marijuana in Atlantic City. Another who says no for now: Council President, Marty Small. This Mayoral hopeful likely doesn’t want to offend a very small, but vocal group of

Rick Santoro of CRDA PART 1 PART 2 Listen > Keeping Atlantic City clean and safe are top priorities in the re-invention of Atlantic City. The CRDA; Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, plays a substantial role in this process. Rick Santoro of the CRDA, is the Director of CRDA's Special Improvement Division. He started his career in 1980 as Steve Wynn’s body guard & driver. Often misunderstood, the NJ Legislature established the CRDA in 1984 to ensure that casinos reinvest in community and economic development projects in Atlantic City and the state of NJ. As of 2011, those casino tax dollars are now mandated to stay within the Atlantic City region. Santoro brings much-needed expertise to Atlantic City - more than just clean streets, tidy dunes, an attractive Boardwalk... The veteran CRDA exec visited Mel Taylor & ACprimetime Radio on Monday, May 17. It was a deeper look into Rick's background, CRDA success stories & challenges, refreshed operations, overcoming in-accurate public opinion, and wha

Jean Muchanic of Absecon Lighthouse Seventeen stories of historic fun. Listen as Jean Muchanic visits ACprimetime Radio to chat about Historic Absecon Lighthouse. DON'T MISS: Thursday Nights in the Summer at Absecon Lighthouse. Click to learn more. Jean talks about the breathtaking views of the Atlantic City skyline, the original first-order Fresnel Lens, first lit in 1857...and more. The Absecon Lighthouse recently underwent a multi-million dollar restoration that includes a replica of the Lightkeeper's dwelling, educational museum, gift shop, Fresnel Lens exhibit in the original Oil House and expansive grounds. Ascend Absecon Lighthouse in Atlantic City. OPEN YEAR ROUND. Free Parking & Admission to the Keeper's House Museum, Exhibits & Grounds. New Jersey’s tallest lighthouse, 171 feet tall. 150 years old, 1857-2007 Open for climbing $7 to climb. $5 for seniors 65+. $4 for children ages 4-12 . $3 Atlantic City residents with ID. Active military & kids under 4 free. Dogs on leashes are welcome

Marty Small & Mel Taylor on AC Primetime Radio Marty Small is more than just the Council President of Atlantic City. He has a Masters degree in educational leadership. At one time called 'Party Marty', the successful promoter is now well known for world famous 'Marty Small Ball'. Click to listen > Life isn't always rosy for Small. He was recently laid off from his $88,000 Atlantic City Dept. of Recreation job. Also discussed on AC Primetime Radio with Marty Small> Revel & Straub, Blatstein and ShowboatConcerts on the Beach. Diversity in musical acts. Beyonce.20% paycuts for City Council?How much should the Mayor get paid?Pay bondholders or employees?Learning from Jersey CityMayoral aspirations https://youtu.be/hSgVNdccCEs

Frank Gilliam Jr. & Son....and Mel Taylor Listen to Atlantic City Councilman at Large, Frank Gilliam Jr. These AC Primetime Radio topics covered are wide and varied: Bart Blatstein & The Playground Pier. Tough to start a business in AC What did former Mayor Langford really make? Frank Gilliam III - Take your Kid to Work Day Frank's background, schooling & wife & family life Keeping his cool as a Councilman Dealing with Glenn Straub & REVEL property Bader Field auction, salaries & paycuts Concerts on the Atlantic City beach Atlantic City Councilman-at-Large Frank Gilliam Jr. visits ACprimetime Radio > Atlantic City Municipal Salary ALERT:  As Atlantic City considers pay cuts for those inside City Hall, a murky salary report for the former & acting Mayors was called out by Gilliam. According to NJ.com, AC Mayor Guardian's office said the mayor's salary was reduced from the $143,000 that his predecessor, the former AC Mayor; Lorenzo Langford made. Not so, says Gilliam. "After being sworn in 

Ventnor Mayor Bagnell Ventnor Mayor Mike Bagnell visited ACPrimetime Radio to recap his last 4 years of serving this Downbeach community. Bagnell; a 61 yr old Ventnor lifer and former fireman, talked about everything from the Ventnor Fishing Pier and Jitney service, to the recently settled dune dilemma with neighboring Margate. Ventnor Mayor; Mike Bagnell, recapped his 4 year run at City Hall. Click to listen to these topics discussed > Downbeach Margate Atlantic City Jitney service Eco-tourism park & Jim Rutala - grant writing guru Why vote for Imagine Ventor team of Kriebel, Holtzman & Landgraf Reduce use of plastic bags & Liquor licenses The amazing Ventnor Boardwalk, updated special events ordinances = more fun Infamous nay-sayer / hater gave farewell gift to Mayor Bagnell Shared services and Atlantic County executive Denny Levinson Ventnor Master Plan, Sustainable New Jersey Downtown Ventnor, Streetscapes & business districts Flipping burgers on the beach with Adam Joseph & Meliss

Kaleem Shabazz & Mel Taylor; ACprimetime Radio Atlantic City Councilman for the 3rd ward; Kaleem Shabazz, was a guest on ACprimetime Radio on Friday, April 15. Shabazz talked about multiple topics including his mom and dad, soul food, politics, jazz, and his Muslim faith. You'll love this wide ranging interview with the very popular Shabazz, who garnered 81% of the 3rd ward vote as he successfully ran for a council seat in Atlantic City. LISTEN to Kaleem Shabazz Interview on AC Primetime Radio >

LISTEN: Senator Jim Whelan spoke to 130 business leaders on April 19. It was an event hosted by the Southern New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. The day of panel discussions were held at the Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel. Whelan warned the crowd, along with AC's Mayor Guardian: they might not like what they're about to hear... Whelan sharply criticized Atlantic City on a variety of topics. Senator Whelan: The public unions want to protect their collective bargaining agreements. The Mayor & City Council want to their preserve power & influence. Notable Quotes: 100 towns have privatized their water. On 3 different occasions, Atlantic City could have taken action with their water company (MUA). 'It's hard to make the case that Atlantic City is getting it's act together', says Whelan. Bader Field is a 150 acres of mismanagement. It's even degrading....with portions slowly becoming wetlands. Fortunatley, the city will finally auction off properties like Bader Field on June 17. The starting bid

Atlantic City Gateway Project LISTEN > Developers of a new Stockton Boardwalk campus are ready for shovels in ground that once occupied Atlantic City High School. Indeed, this Chelsea neighborhood of Atlantic City is ready for a reboot & revival. A non-profit lead by Chris Paladino of ACDevco, is going to kick-start it this spring. By Fall of 2018, 1,500 students will utilize this beachfront facility. LISTEN to Paladino address the SJ Chamber of Commerce on APRIL 19, 2016 Atlantic City Development Corp will oversee the building of the new Stockton Boardwalk campus, along with adjacent South Jersey Gas HQ. The Jingoli Development firm is partnering in this out-of-the-box project/campus on the Boardwalk. Also involved is Real-Estate developer Jon Hanson, who sees benefit in the 'Devco' model where complex projects have better chance of being developed. Academic buildings, student housing and a spiffy new parking garage will provide another step in the diversification of both Atlantic City, and Atlantic Co