{"id":5688,"date":"2021-05-21T16:04:27","date_gmt":"2021-05-21T21:04:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teanecktoday.com\/blog\/?p=5688"},"modified":"2021-05-21T16:06:36","modified_gmt":"2021-05-21T21:06:36","slug":"statement-regarding-planned-protests-schwartz-kaplan-orgen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teanecktoday.com\/blog\/safety\/statement-regarding-planned-protests-schwartz-kaplan-orgen\/","title":{"rendered":"Statement regarding planned protests [Schwartz, Kaplan &#038; Orgen]"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><strong>Statement from Deputy Mayor Schwartz and Councilmembers Kaplan &amp; Orgen:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Due to the overwhelming number of emails, we cannot respond to everyone individually at this time.\u00a0 We want to thank you for your correspondence and the many valid points you and others have shared.<\/p>\n<p>Requests for assembly concerning the right to protest (e.g. in public rights of way) generally receive automatic approvals in accordance with general freedom of assembly laws. Our police chief, attorney, and outside expert counsel have approved this permit with our Township Manager. The manager has the ultimate say, not the Council.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>We have expressed the same concerns regarding safety, that you and many others have raised. The attorneys have reminded us that just last week a prayer vigil was approved for Votee Park on short notice, and a similar \u201csolidarity\u201d request would have the same approval rights.<\/p>\n<p>The Teaneck Police Chief will have additional manpower on hand for the rally, as well as additional patrols for the neighborhoods nearby and all houses of worship. The County and neighboring town forces will assist &#8211; as well as the County Rapid Task Force, which will remain on standby.<\/p>\n<p>A <span style=\"background-color: #ffff00;\">Support For Israel march<\/span> is currently being planned and I hope that we will hear from you again soon.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Mark J. Schwartz, Keith Kaplan and Karen Orgen<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Regarding requests to cancel this event.\u00a0 The Township Manager has put out a statement regarding the handling of special event permits.<\/p>\n<p>You can read it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teanecknj.gov\/news\/post\/12300\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It says in part:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Pursuant to the Township Code, unless the Chief of Police finds that the special event is being held for an unlawful purpose, will create a breach of the peace, or unnecessarily interfere with the public use of the streets and sidewalks the permit must be issued. \u00a0The Chief\u2019s recommendation is reviewed by the Township Manger who makes the final determination on the Permit.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the ability of the Township to restrict a permit for a lawful gathering is substantially limited by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. \u00a0While the Township can impose reasonable time, place and manner rules, it cannot limit the content of the speech. \u00a0A permit cannot be denied simply because the event is controversial or that it will express unpopular views.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding all of the above, the Township will continue to lawfully issue permits unless the Chief of Police and Manager determine the \u201cSpecial Event\u201d will violate the parameters set forth in the Township Code. \u00a0 Although there may be apprehension and even fear regarding certain \u201cSpecial Events,\u201d rest assured that the Township has sufficient resources in place to protect the residents and businesses of Teaneck from any criminal behavior. \u00a0The Teaneck Police Department will continue to maintain an appropriate presence at every \u201cSpecial Event\u201d and ensure the safety and security of all.<\/p>\n<p>Thank You,<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dean Kazinci<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Statement from Deputy Mayor Schwartz and Councilmembers Kaplan &amp; Orgen: Due to the overwhelming number of emails, we cannot respond to everyone individually at this time.\u00a0 We want to thank you for your correspondence and the many valid points you and others have shared. 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