How does D. M. Minniti know for sure the tarp sign that’s up now is not approved signage and is in violation of the site plan when he does not have the site plan? If I recall correctly, Perkins Pancakes had a similar sign that advertised specials back in the 1960’s. I have to agree with the D.M. that curious things happen in Cinnaminson but it usually happens at the township building and that leaves me somewhat skeptical.
I am glad Paula’s will make repairs but they have themselves to blame for the restaurant’s current appearance. The site is a great location and frankly if the property had been maintained better their sales would be much better. Cleanliness is very important. I stopped going to my favorite restaurant in Maple Shade because they never had their carpeting cleaned. I do not think the owner understands how important a clean place to Americans.
I have a couple of questions that I know will not get answered. Why is the D.M. acting like a zoning officer when we have a zoning officer? I am sure his involvement has nothing to do with the failed sale of Paula’s to a sibling of a politician. Also, will the D.M. be inspecting all properties to ensure code compliance? I would hope our D.M. would ensure the agreed upon sidewalk at another location would be in place before the time an occupancy permit is issued.

I believe the owner Ali Dadyan when he says, and I quote "I’m not fighting with anyone,” he said. “We’re not confrontational with anybody.” Now on the flip side of this story, just look at all the condescending talk coming from Minnitis mouth. One would think this man has some serious anger management issues and is not happy unless he feels as if he is sticking the screws to someone. I find it amazing how the rest of the committee in the township are not as amped up and showing such negativity to a long-time bushiness’ such as this one. It is apparent and Mr. Dadyan has even said so, that like many, with the economy the way it is (Politicians mismanagement and corporate greed sent the economy into the tail spin), yet he continues to say, he will fix issues prior to selling to the current managers and prospective buyers.
One would think that the town would welcome new prospective owners with open arms and not the negativity that appears to be coming from mid-town.

I'm a bit confused. Isn't Minniti a republican? Didn't we hear (endlessly) throughout the recent election season about how the democrats insistence on over regulation is hurting small businesses? So what's this "stuff" about unapproved signage and non-compliant dumpster enclosures, etc. Sounds like over regulation to me.

@Ric, its all in the game they play and the people take it on the chin....being taxed over the market value of the houses, the empty houses not being care for and having the public works dept issue summons for leaves being out when its pick up time are all
part of the problem here, where is the radar on the side streets for the speeders..and then they want red light cameras installed, why for more money??????good luck

Personally I applaud the effort of keeping the 130 corridor aesthetically pleasing. Didn't we all just drop a huge dime to buy up the motels, etc? The 130 reflects the perception commuters have of Cinnaminson. I think it is their responsibility to ensure businesses present our township in a respectable manner. Just my thoughts....

Cinnaminson is becoming super shady. Fail.

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Patch’s report about last night’s Community meeting for some reason did not report that Cinnaminson will be forming a DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT that will be headed by Frederick Turek who will also keep his other responsibilities.. This new department is supported by a study from First Jersey Municipal Assistance, a group formed by a bunch of mostly retired New Jersey government employees who are also collecting pensions.
Two council members, Young and Rooney oppose the plan because this is already the responsibility of administrator Frank Locantore. I think they are right. I also think Fred Turek is not the man for the job because he is already stretched thin. Right after last year’s Hurricane Ivan Turek pronounce that the Devon Road Bridge was fit but a few months later the bridge was done in by a garbage truck.
It bothers me that we are paying a hefty fee to a group of retired government employees to do a study that recommends taking part of one person’s job and giving it to another Cinnaminson employee who is already overburdened with work. And I am sure like any employee taking on more responsibilities Fred will want more money.
Our tax and spend republicans do not understand how overtaxed we already are.

Really? A sign is not up to code? Really? This is what we are concerned about? And just why does a sign bother Mr. Minniti? Come on. I don’t know him personally, but it does seem very suspicious that this is not about a sign, but rather a power trip. Or “I’m more powerful than you” mentality and you didn’t sell your property to someone in my family. I’m sorry but that is all this is. A sign? Really? If our elected officials are concerned about a ‘sign’, we have bigger problems in our town. Why would a deputy mayor belittle himself to be concerned about a sign? Really?