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Title: monticello
Post by: Easy Irv on June 20, 2020, 06:40:46 PM
is Monticello closed for good?
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Post by: PIGLAND on June 20, 2020, 06:48:14 PM
belly up
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Post by: chief yogi on June 20, 2020, 07:02:08 PM
closed in 2000 i thought.
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Post by: Rabbi Of Racing on June 20, 2020, 07:03:38 PM
TRAVESTY!
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Post by: NJ The best on June 20, 2020, 07:22:22 PM
Done for racing . Possible music venue in the future.
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Post by: Locked in with pace on June 20, 2020, 07:23:48 PM
no racing at all? where are all the horsemen  stabled there going to race
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Post by: MR.DALRAE on June 20, 2020, 09:56:35 PM
To the Amishman before he runs out of dough
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Post by: Rabbi Of Racing on June 20, 2020, 09:58:10 PM
sad
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Post by: Superfecta on June 20, 2020, 10:53:28 PM
Done for racing . Possible music venue in the future.

Mendel, Shlomo and Yankel will give you their version of Hava Nagila.  ;D
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Post by: 1804 on July 22, 2020, 07:02:16 AM
Monticello taken to court over refusal to resume racing

Lawyer Joe Faraldo, representing the Monticello Harness Horsemen’s Association, said the casino company that runs the track is refusing to resume racing unless horsepeople pick up the tab. by Dave Briggs Joe Faraldo, the lawyer representing the Monticello Harness Horsemen’s Association (MHHA), is taking Monticello Raceway’s parent company Empire Resorts to court today (July 22) to try to...

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Post by: Bernie Madoff on July 22, 2020, 08:31:27 AM
Mendel, Shlomo and Yankel will give you their version of Hava Nagila.  ;D





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Title: Re: monticello
Post by: Lotsofpace on July 22, 2020, 11:18:18 AM
Will be racing by August 4th! i can hear the 7 degenerat gamblers down in the pits now!!!
wheres pat beeler to stiff one when these days?

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Post by: Dingus on July 22, 2020, 11:44:01 AM

Just another classic example of where are my free handouts, I want them now. "Adults" who could never stand on their own two feet. PATHETIC

Make fun of them, but it’s in the contract.
Let’s see what the judge says.
Title: Re: monticello
Post by: harnesstimes on July 22, 2020, 11:47:29 AM
 AND JUST LIKE HORSEMEN WHO CHEAT THE BETTORS BY STIFFING, CONTRACTS ARE MADE TO BE BROKEN

ADDITION BY SUBTRACTION.  MAYBE THEY CAN JOIN IN ON A PROTEST AND SET THE PLACE ON FIRE.

WE ALL CAN WISH
Title: Re: monticello
Post by: ARCHIE BUNKER on July 22, 2020, 05:30:52 PM
Judge denied!!! No racing til casino
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Post by: NJ The best on July 22, 2020, 05:38:05 PM
They have gone to a local architectural firm and structural engineering company about a redesign as a concert venue . They will hold Faraldo off .
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Post by: PIGLAND on July 22, 2020, 06:17:25 PM
i dont trust faraldo
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Post by: Superfecta on July 23, 2020, 12:16:51 AM
They have gone to a local architectural firm and structural engineering company about a redesign as a concert venue . They will hold Faraldo off .

It's a depressed county. Nobody is there to go to a concert. Winters are extremely harsh. Bethel Woods is 8 miles up the road and they only have about 20 shows per year to a very small crowd and the acts were all at their peak about 30 to 40 years ago. Another losing proposition for sure.
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Post by: The Exporter on July 23, 2020, 12:57:02 AM
I don't believe anyone could raise a dime for a project like that.
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Post by: chief yogi on July 23, 2020, 08:52:47 AM
place has been a dump for years. horsemen never got a decent cut of the tracks revenue. horsemen had to supplement with some questionable races. they all together put the nails in the coffin.
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Post by: NJ The best on July 23, 2020, 01:32:39 PM
The owners want to go in a different direction. They want to try a concert venue combined with some kind of theme park is the word . Maybe they ditch the casino as well 🤷🏼‍♂️
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Post by: Emperor Dapple on July 23, 2020, 06:03:37 PM
Maybe they should bring back the flea markets like they had on Sundays years ago.. :)
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Post by: NJ The best on July 23, 2020, 06:41:22 PM
Yeah and then everyone would head to the down under
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Post by: Superfecta on July 23, 2020, 11:22:48 PM
Yeah and then everyone would head to the down under

A very high % went to Johnnies.
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Post by: NJ The best on July 23, 2020, 11:43:57 PM
This is true and what was the other one on the right close to Johnnys ? It was a red building/ house
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Post by: Superfecta on July 23, 2020, 11:52:20 PM
This is true and what was the other one on the right close to Johnnys ? It was a red building/ house

The Jade was a mile down the road.
The Bon Vivant was across from the race track.
Round Robin was also open for coffee and snacks.
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Post by: NJ The best on July 24, 2020, 12:31:56 AM
It was the jade . Then if you turned down that road it lead to the ponderosa
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Post by: Locked in with pace on July 24, 2020, 06:01:23 AM
The Yonkers racetrack will be a hotel in the coming years. Does anyone know the length of the correct horsemen"s contract? When does it expire? That will probably be the end.
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Post by: Joe 4 all on July 24, 2020, 06:33:27 AM
YONKER WILL NEVER CLOSE.  YOU HAVE MY WORD ON IT.

(https://i.imgur.com/pbGLj1C.jpg)
Title: Re: monticello
Post by: jupiter on July 24, 2020, 08:28:36 AM
Batavia  owned by Western Region OTB  (state) and Buffalo is owned by Erie Agricultural Society basically a non profit, money goes right to back into fairgrounds. Monticello is fucked, it´s a shame place was a showcase in the 60´s and 70´s. Yonkers has been a shit hole for decades. God or Gural keeps Vernon and Tioga going, so those are under his whims. Saratoga is Saratoga Casino and Hotel, doesen´t even have racing in the name anymore. I think Buffalo and Batavia have a better chance of surviving.
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Post by: the master on July 24, 2020, 09:15:16 AM
I guess the fix was in!
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Post by: The Exporter on July 24, 2020, 09:49:12 AM
Batavia  owned by Western Region OTB  (state) and Buffalo is owned by Erie Agricultural Society basically a non profit, money goes right to back into fairgrounds. Monticello is fucked, it´s a shame place was a showcase in the 60´s and 70´s. Yonkers has been a shit hole for decades. God or Gural keeps Vernon and Tioga going, so those are under his whims. Saratoga is Saratoga Casino and Hotel, doesen´t even have racing in the name anymore. I think Buffalo and Batavia have a better chance of surviving.

I agree with your synopsis, Jupiter. Batavia and Buffalo are in the best political position. I also agree the others have their challenges.
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Post by: Lotsofpace on July 29, 2020, 11:32:13 PM
I guess the fix was in!

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I Heard monti is opening sooner than we think!
Anyone at the Horsemans meeting?
Title: Re: monticello
Post by: Lotsofpace on July 31, 2020, 02:40:19 PM

Will the drivers and trainers be panhandling in between races for purse money? This "company", originally Empire Resorts, has made every wrong decision that can be made from day one and has burned money right and left from day one. Makes one wonder why the stock price tanked the afternoon they got the license all those years ago and why the entire operation of Catskills Resorts and Monticello Raceway have lost how many millions.... a sad sideshow that will not end well, unfortunately.

just read they installed $1,000,000 air filtration/sanitizing stations/ temperture scanners..that china fun house will be up and Loosing money in no time! and we'll be watching the ponies again!
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Post by: Lotsofpace on July 31, 2020, 10:06:47 PM

Amazing....1 million dollars so they can reopen to continue to lose huge sums of money each and every day. A bunch of empty suits from day one who spent 1.5 billion on e "resort" in the middle of nowhere, in a completely saturated market..... LOSERS 11.wp

Agreed! Huge losing business venture, They were banking on the Asian clientele and forgot about the good old local Sullivan county folk! Problem is the chinamen are cashing out daily and the locals are taking their money elsewhere because they didn’t market to them!! Classic. ...anyways, hoping the horses start back sooner than later.
Title: Re: monticello
Post by: augustaandy on August 03, 2020, 12:10:22 AM
they built a casino where people had no money, what can possibly go wrong?
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Post by: NJ The best on August 03, 2020, 12:24:04 AM
I’m sticking with it used as an alternative use building
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Post by: bond on August 03, 2020, 06:43:29 AM
Monticello closed for racing-is POLITICAL. 100%.
The Judge who ruled against Joe--is a DEMOCRAT-didnt follow the Law-and gave an OPINION verdict-not based on any Law. Did this because Democrats are on an agenda--create as much financial hardship as possible-wreck economies--all to make Trump look bad in November.Only care about themselves-dont give a fuck about anyone else.
These Judge Mfers-have Jobs-so they have power to do whatever they want until the election. NJ,NY,PA--are being run into the ground financially. Watch them offer handouts,have sanctuary cities,open the borders,raise taxes etc- to get votes all to  remove Trump.
Joe Faraldo-now has to find a Court-to appeal this BS ruling but find a Judge who is going to follow the Law-not a Democrat agenda.
Monticello-is OUTDOORS-AND RACING SO FAR-HAS BEEN CONDUCTED WITHOUT PROBLEMS!
They handle more than Yonkers-who are open--and can survive giving much needed employment to the people .Yonkers may shut soon if Cuomo doesnt open the Casinos. Vegas is resuming and so are many other Casinos--lets see how Cuomo spins this. Hes a real POS. Has no problem sending Covid patients into nursing homes killing 1000's-yet wont open a Casino-where all procedures possible to sanitize the place have been put in place.
Cuomo  and his cohorts however are on a mission-and racing may not resume until after the election-or if Joe finds an honest Judge.


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Post by: the master on August 03, 2020, 08:44:22 AM
I have always thought that your posts were pretty much on the money but this rant is really hilarious!  Another far out conspiracy theory by a true Trumper!  November can't come fast enough to  rid America of this scourge of a president!  The White House is no place for a lying, cheating, racist piece of shit!  And not because I say so, because Trump says so himself every fucking time he opens his mouth! 
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Post by: chief yogi on August 03, 2020, 09:15:44 AM
while bond hit the political agenda hard on monti he is kind of right. racing is open just about everywhere, no problems.   casinos are open so ny should too.   monti should be racing. 
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Post by: Harnessfan902 on August 03, 2020, 10:57:07 AM
Yonkers runs out of money after super night 9/12
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Post by: bond on August 03, 2020, 01:42:49 PM
I have always thought that your posts were pretty much on the money but this rant is really hilarious!  Another far out conspiracy theory by a true Trumper!  November can't come fast enough to  rid America of this scourge of a president!  The White House is no place for a lying, cheating, racist piece of shit!  And not because I say so, because Trump says so himself every fucking time he opens his mouth!
Master my friend--there is no conspiracy theory here at all--its based on FACT.
Not a "Trumper"-in fact I think he is personally a despicable human being--however he loves America and what it stands for-salutes the flag and believes in God. The other party-stands for open borders,higher taxes,sanctuary cities,killing babies,authoritarian control,removing our guns and downgrading the first amendment, socialism--or if like the BLM leaders--pure communism. Not for me thank you-if that makes me a Trumper-then so be it. I respect our veterans and what they died for-cant stand Mfers disrespecting the flag-or burning down buildings killing people-fuck them.
This Judge who kept Monticello closed-is a DEMOCRAT who if he cared about its citizens-would Open up the Racetrack--JUST LIKE 20 OTHER TRACKS IN USA!! The Law was clear--so as a Judge-you follow the Law--not partisan Politics.
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Post by: jupiter on August 03, 2020, 02:58:39 PM
Bond, you are an idiot and you watch too much trump tv and buy into all his bullshit. I AM A VET, and proud of it. I did it so an idiot like you could spout your mouth off. The opposite party is not trying to take anything away from you. I fought so you CAN have the right to take a knee or bitching about the government.Ya lets postpone the election, sounds like a fucking dictator to me, and democrats don´t hate America they just think differently than I do.And He does NOT love America, Mr bone spurs, rest of us over in the fing jungle and he´s hiding under his bed.
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Post by: Easy Irv on August 03, 2020, 03:04:44 PM
Bond, you are an idiot and you watch too much trump tv and buy into all his bullshit. I AM A VET, and proud of it. I did it so an idiot like you could spout your mouth off. The opposite party is not trying to take anything away from you. I fought so you CAN have the right to take a knee or bitching about the government.Ya lets postpone the election, sounds like a fucking dictator to me, and democrats don´t hate America they just think differently than I do.And He does NOT love America, Mr bone spurs, rest of us over in the fing jungle and he´s hiding under his bed.

Right on Sir! And THANKYOU  for your service!
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Post by: bond on August 03, 2020, 03:20:48 PM
Jupiter-first off-thank you for your service-I do appreciate what the vets have done for this Country although taking a knee at sporting event would never be in my repertoire. My Dad was a Vet and served his Country with honor. I have my opinion-you have yours--lucky we are in USA-not China-as I would likely disappear if I mouthed off vs a communist.I dont like Trump-but I dislike the Democrat party a lot more. Their leader Biden-is also a lowlife.His Draft record is even worse than Trump.Been in politics 50 years-done 0. He can hardly put a sentence together. I wouldnt want him to run a school canteen let alone a Country. Hes hiding in his basement -if he was in the war driving a tank he would have 1 forward gear and 10 reverse ones. fuckin lowlife.
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Post by: June b on August 03, 2020, 10:17:07 PM
Absolutely well said that describes him to a T maybe America will wake up this time around
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Post by: the master on August 04, 2020, 09:00:12 AM
Master my friend--there is no conspiracy theory here at all--its based on FACT.
Not a "Trumper"-in fact I think he is personally a despicable human being--however he loves America and what it stands for-salutes the flag and believes in God. The other party-stands for open borders,higher taxes,sanctuary cities,killing babies,authoritarian control,removing our guns and downgrading the first amendment, socialism--or if like the BLM leaders--pure communism. Not for me thank you-if that makes me a Trumper-then so be it. I respect our veterans and what they died for-cant stand Mfers disrespecting the flag-or burning down buildings killing people-fuck them.
This Judge who kept Monticello closed-is a DEMOCRAT who if he cared about its citizens-would Open up the Racetrack--JUST LIKE 20 OTHER TRACKS IN USA!! The Law was clear--so as a Judge-you follow the Law--not partisan Politics.

Mr. Bond, I prefer my drinks stirred, not shaken!  Everything you say is irrelevant because your initial premise is flawed!  In reality, generalizing and placing the blame on a political party is total folly!  I'm not a democrat or a republican,  I'm a true American that believes in right or wrong!  I don't want to kill babies but I believe it is an individual right to terminate an early pregnancy!  I don't want to open borders but I think that I help elect people who have more knowledge about how to regulate it than I do!  I certainly don't want to pay more taxes, who does!  I don't want to hand over my weapon that I keep for the protection of my family but I don't want fanatics running around with assault weapons!  And guess what?  It appears that many "republicans" are popping up and expressing similar opinions!  And now let's talk about Trump for a second!  He does not like America nor god! All he likes is himself!  God to him is the "opiate of the masses" as quoted  by Karl Marx and exemplified in Trumps famous photo op outside the Washington church! Those who do not respect history are doomed to repeating it.  He has been a con man since day one, he is a pathological liar , narcissist and never makes a mistake in case you haven't noticed!  Only after the country speaks on November 3rd (I hope),  will the public really begin to learn all the facts! Joe Biden may not be the greatest choice we have, but to all sane people, he is the only choice!  At least he has humility, compassion and seems committed to allowing democracy to operate the way the constitution was designed! By the way, take a gander at the real definition of communism and socialism and you'll find that our presidents behavior is a lot closer to that reality!  Best wishes my friend!
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Post by: jupiter on August 04, 2020, 10:19:48 AM
Master, that was eloquently stated, and all spot on. Any one who thinks Trump is for them is just plain wrong. He can NOT and will NOT tell the truth. His wall of supporters is starting to crack a little. All are not agreeing with his rants. If Obama or any other democrat would have uttered postpone the election. The republicans would be running around with their hair on fire, screaming and yelling. Sooner than later hopefully people will wake up and see him for what he has been doing nothing but lying the entire time.
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Post by: dinkadoo on August 04, 2020, 06:49:10 PM
how did we get on postponing the election on a Monticello thread ?

Title: Re: monticello
Post by: Easy Irv on August 04, 2020, 07:48:25 PM
how did we get on postponing the election on a Monticello thread ?


Because when Thomas Jefferson lived at Monticello he decided that postponing elections should be ok every hundred years or so. This could be the one in a hundred that he had planned for. After he was done planning he went back to Monticello to watch the harness races! Does that explain it?
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Post by: dinkadoo on August 04, 2020, 08:03:18 PM

Because when Thomas Jefferson lived at Monticello he decided that postponing elections should be ok every hundred years or so. This could be the one in a hundred that he had planned for. After he was done planning he went back to Monticello to watch the harness races! Does that explain it?
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Post by: In front on August 04, 2020, 08:36:19 PM

Because when Thomas Jefferson lived at Monticello he decided that postponing elections should be ok every hundred years or so. This could be the one in a hundred that he had planned for. After he was done planning he went back to Monticello to watch the harness races! Does that explain it?

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Post by: Lotsofpace on August 11, 2020, 11:10:19 PM
Resorts world opening august 27th.
I can see the buses from China town now!
Ponies won’t be far behind!, Someone call Howard oil...
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Title: Re: monticello
Post by: NJ The best on August 12, 2020, 01:32:30 AM
Is the concert venue ready yet ?
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Post by: Locked in with pace on August 13, 2020, 07:38:41 AM
How are these guys surviving?
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Post by: jupiter on August 13, 2020, 01:00:03 PM
They are just surviving, feed and hay from assn. They don´t know any better. Shame, it was a great place many moons ago.
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Post by: Lotsofpace on August 13, 2020, 01:34:25 PM
Is the concert venue ready yet ?

We've already discussed this. wont be any new concert venues opening, Bethel woods is 10 miles down the road. I saw Joe Cocker there before he died...great show.
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Post by: The Exporter on August 19, 2020, 10:01:36 AM
We've already discussed this. wont be any new concert venues opening, Bethel woods is 10 miles down the road. I saw Joe Cocker there before he died...great show.
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I saw Joe there after he died. Second act was Steve Miller Band.
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