Keep an open mind to asset monetization       I have been reading and listening about the topic of asset monetization, especially, selling or leasing the New Jersey Turnpike or some other state assets, such as state lottery, naming rights, air rights, fiber optic networks, just to name a few. I have also been reading with great interest ... More ... Manager tells of efforts to curb emissions, protect environment       The March 8 Suburban article titled "Residents Fear Health Effects of Black Dust" failed to report Gerdau Ameristeel's side of the story and our ongoing efforts to proactively reduce emissions in the community and protect the Earth's vital resources. More ... Global-warming alerts stem from science       A common tactic used by those in denial about the global-warming crisis is to "shoot the messenger." They can't win an argument based on the facts or science, so they attempt to cast doubt on the validity of those who are telling them what they don't want to hear. More ... No means no on property-tax hikes to fund school costs       Another year, another school budget and another property-tax increase to pay for it. It never ceases to amaze me that someone who is apparently educated to qualify for the job of superintendent of schools, like Dr. Simon Bosco, can't figure out that no means no. More ...