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How does In-home Senior Care in Fort Monmouth, NJ work?

Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it's especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age. When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.

At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one ages, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.

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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit.

In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a unfamiliar assisted living community, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.

Here are just a few of the reasons why older men and women prefer to age at home:

Comfort
Comfort

How much does a senior's home truly mean to them? A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old. With the help of elderly care in Fort Monmouth, NJ, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.

Healthy Living
Healthy Living

Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors. Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.

Independence
Independence

For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like an assisted living community. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.

Cost and Convenience
Cost and Convenience

More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, can be less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.

With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care in Fort Monmouth, NJ gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.

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Affordable Care Plans

In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.

Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.

At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.

In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:

Veteran's Benefits
Veteran's Benefits

Aid and Attendance benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.

Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance

Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.

Private Insurance
Private Insurance

Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.

Life Insurance
Life Insurance

Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.

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During your Care Plan consultation with Always Best Care, your Care Coordinator will speak with you about in-home care costs and what options there may be to help meet your budget needs.

Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers

When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.

Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.

At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Fort Monmouth,NJ understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.

Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.

Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:

An assessment of your senior loved one

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An in-depth discussion of the needs of your senior loved one to remain in their own home

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Reviewing a detailed Care Plan that will meet your senior loved one's needs

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Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.

If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.

When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.

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Upscale Sports Bar, Baseline Social, Opens Thursday At Fort Monmouth

Baseline Social?, the new upscale sports bar/restaurant with virtual golf on the grounds of Fort Monmouth?, will open this Thursday:OCEANPORT, NJ — Baseline Social, the new upscale sports bar/restaurant with virtual golf on the grounds of Fort Monmouth, will open this Thursday, Sept. 28.Baseline Social is located inside what's called The Commissary at Baseline, which used to be the old grocery store when Fort Monmouth was an activ...

Baseline Social?, the new upscale sports bar/restaurant with virtual golf on the grounds of Fort Monmouth?, will open this Thursday:

OCEANPORT, NJ — Baseline Social, the new upscale sports bar/restaurant with virtual golf on the grounds of Fort Monmouth, will open this Thursday, Sept. 28.

Baseline Social is located inside what's called The Commissary at Baseline, which used to be the old grocery store when Fort Monmouth was an active U.S. Army base.

The Commissary is located at 675 Oceanport Way in Oceanport.

Baseline Social is located right next to Birdsmouth Beer, the first-ever craft brewery on Fort Monmouth that opened last October.

Baseline Social will have five virtual golf bays with full-swing technology; the golf bays start at $70 per hour, according to the Asbury Park Press. You can also play football, bocce and something called Zombie dodge ball.

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Baseline Social also sells virtual golf memberships ranging from $100-$275 a month; check their website.

One of Baseline Social's owners is a Middletown man

Baseline Social is owned by BarCo Brands, the same company that owns Deal Lake Bar + Co in Loch Harbor. Last winter, BarCo Brands took over ownership of Langosta Lounge and Asbury Park Yacht Club, two very well-known bar/restaurants on the Asbury Park boardwalk that used to be owned by Marilyn Schlossbach.

BarCo Brands also took over ownership of Salt Water Market and Pop's Garage.

BarCo Brands is a partnership between Middletown resident Tim McMahon, Andrea Pappas, Greg Bartz and Phil Villapiano.

They say they plan to take Baseline Social’s model nationally.

BarCo Brands are "taking over the world one restaurant and bar at a time," McMahon told the Asbury Park Press this week. “There isn’t a major city or suburb that Baseline Social wouldn’t work in. This is our prototype, and we’ve spared no expense.”

Fort Monmouth redevelopment boom: Grocery Store, Gas Station, More Townhomes Proposed For Ft. Monmouth

Want Netflix to move ahead on Fort Monmouth studio plan? It needs these two roads first.

OCEANPORT - Netflix needs to take ownership over two public roads for its film and production studios at the former Fort Monmouth.If it can't get them, it could technically walk away from the fort though, that sounds like a very unlikely outcome.Netflix is officially out of the due-diligence period for the purchase of the Mega Parcel. The streaming giant is under contract to buy the fort's roughly 300-acre Mega Parcel and build 12 sound studios for film and TV production. The total investment is almost $1 billion...

OCEANPORT - Netflix needs to take ownership over two public roads for its film and production studios at the former Fort Monmouth.

If it can't get them, it could technically walk away from the fort though, that sounds like a very unlikely outcome.

Netflix is officially out of the due-diligence period for the purchase of the Mega Parcel. The streaming giant is under contract to buy the fort's roughly 300-acre Mega Parcel and build 12 sound studios for film and TV production. The total investment is almost $1 billion.

It's now in the next phase, a 36-month approval period where it will need to go through the mandatory conceptual review process with the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority (FMERA) and site plan review at the planning boards for both Eatontown and Oceanport along with Monmouth County. It also needs permits during this phase from several local, county and state entities. Only then can it close on the deal and move on to construction.

The inside story:How Fort Monmouth got Netflix and one of the world's biggest movie studios

However, it was unable to negotiate the terms with Monmouth County to vacate the roads it needs before the deadline, which was before the first day of the approval period. As such, Netflix asked FMERA for more time to work this out, or in a worst-case scenario it could terminate the contract and walk away from the Mega Parcel.

One road that is critical to Netflix's studio plan is Wilson Avenue, which is in the middle of the Mega Parcel and cuts through Oceanport, Eatontown and crosses Route 537, know locally as Saltzman Avenue or the Avenue of Memories. The other is Malterer Avenue, which runs parallel to FMERA's administrative offices and also touches Route 537.

The Avenue of Memories itself, however, is not one of the roads being discussed for a vacation.

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On Aug. 28, Netflix contacted FMERA and said it did not anticipate finalizing the agreement with the county prior to the expiration of the due-diligence period set to expire on Sept. 14. On Wednesday however, at FMERA's monthly meeting, FMERA granted more time to negotiate the road vacations.

"FMERA, Monmouth County and Netflix remain committed to finalizing an agreement as soon as possible so that Netflix may incorporate the vacated roadway into its site and create a cohesive campus beginning at Route 35 through the existing McAfee parcel," said Kara Kopach, FMERA's executive director.

A county spokesperson said the county "does not generally comment on negotiations, which are ongoing, however, the county is working tirelessly to aid Netflix and FMERA in their efforts to complete the transaction. We are confident a resolution will be reached to finalize the acquisition.”

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FMERA also said that Netflix is "moving forward with good-faith efforts" to finalize its concept plan for its production studios.

It's a long road ahead, though, filled with nuances and tons of paper work. The studios could take 10 years for a total build out, starting from when Netflix entered into a contract with FMERA to buy the property in December 2022. That's if Netflix exhausts every extension, or gets delayed by red tape.

For example, it needed an extra 45 days on top of the maximum 150 days it was allotted to complete its due diligence. FMERA had to grant an amendment to the purchase contract for the extra 45 days.

Much like buying a home, the due-diligence period permits the potential purchaser — in this case Netflix — to access and investigate the property and terminate the deal for any or no reason at the purchaser’s sole discretion.

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The reason for the 45-day extension on the due diligence period was the sheer magnitude of the property and the many challenges dealing with several defunct former Army buildings and old infrastructure. Specifically, Netflix said it needed more time to do complete title searches, surveys, traffic mitigation, environmental testing, plan its energy and power sources and emergency services arrangements.

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When Jersey Shore native Dan Radel is not reporting the news, you can find him in a college classroom where he is a history professor. Reach him @danielradelapp; 732-643-4072; [email protected].

You’re not going to want to miss this food truck event taking place at Fort Monmouth in New Jersey

Time to rev up those appetites! For the first time ever there will be a Boujee Foodie Con taking place at Fort Monmouth.Renee Lam-Whiteman, co-organizer of this all-day outdoor food convention, says there will be all kinds of food to try and music to enjoy."We're going to have live music, we have a band lineup, we even have the Daly Irish Dancers to start off the day," Lam-Whiteman said.ADVERTISEMENTMelanie Carpenter, co-organizer of this all-day outdoor food convention says there will be a lot of great ...

Time to rev up those appetites! For the first time ever there will be a Boujee Foodie Con taking place at Fort Monmouth.

Renee Lam-Whiteman, co-organizer of this all-day outdoor food convention, says there will be all kinds of food to try and music to enjoy.

"We're going to have live music, we have a band lineup, we even have the Daly Irish Dancers to start off the day," Lam-Whiteman said.

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Melanie Carpenter, co-organizer of this all-day outdoor food convention says there will be a lot of great food trucks and vendors on site for you to check out.

"We have over 25 vendors that are food, drinks, and also, different kinds of services," Carpenter said.

Some of those services include wine tasting, massage sessions, a charcuterie board workshop, and something to help you with your social media game.

"We're going to have a free 360-degree photo booth from timeless impressions that people can use for their social media posts," Carpenter said.

There will be traditional food trucks at the event and make-shift set ups for those who don't have a food truck.

"The restaurants that don't necessarily have a food truck, we are going to provide tents and space for them and they'll be cooking under tents and giving out samples and then people can purchase whatever food they're offering," Carpenter said.

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Renee and Melanie have formed a new business they're running with for this event called CW events.

The idea for this Boujee Foodie Con came to light following a trip Renee went on to Japan.

"I actually saw a street vendor fair in Japan and it just kind of changed my outlook of street food," Lam-Whiteman said. "I never thought of the elevated levels of food that could be served or should be served -- I hadn't seen anything like that in America and kind of brought it over here."

You'll be able to take part in eating contests, watch chef throw downs and other culinary contests take shape, enjoy live music, and watch the kids have fun with some carnival games.

Carpenter says that Tether View CEO Michael Abboud is donating the rental proceeds from the event to Oceanport First Aid who will also receive 100 tickets via donation to the event along with Eatontown First Responders thanks to Riverwalkcenter.com.

As for the food you'll be able to sample and buy, there's a bunch of great local vendors that will be there.

Some of the local artists that will be performing include So Watt, The Earth Monkeys, Laura G. Music, Damian and the DCQ, Kül d’Sack, and Lakehouse Music Academy Bands.

You can purchase tickets in advance for $15 at www.eventbrite.com or $20 day of event at the gate and children under 10 are free.

The event takes place on June 3 from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm and on June 4 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm and you can get updates at @boujee_foodie_con on Instagram and on Facebook @boujeefoodiecon.

New Jersey's Fort Monmouth Revealed as Site for Massive $848M Netflix Studio

A former military base will be home to one of the largest film production studios in the world as entertainment giant Netflix has agreed to buy almost 300 acres of land not far from the Jersey Shore and invest $848 million to build the massive facility.New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and Netflix announced in late December that Netflix will develop an East Coast production facility on the former U.S. Army post at Fort Monmouth, south of New York City, in Monmouth County, N.J.Media Play News, an online home entertainment news service...

A former military base will be home to one of the largest film production studios in the world as entertainment giant Netflix has agreed to buy almost 300 acres of land not far from the Jersey Shore and invest $848 million to build the massive facility.

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and Netflix announced in late December that Netflix will develop an East Coast production facility on the former U.S. Army post at Fort Monmouth, south of New York City, in Monmouth County, N.J.

Media Play News, an online home entertainment news service, reported Dec. 22 that the move will transform a property that has been mostly vacant for more than a decade.

In addition, the project will likely create more than 1,500 permanent production jobs and 3,500-plus construction-related jobs in New Jersey, according to a press release from Netflix.

The streaming service's millions of dollars in capital investments will develop the more than 292-acre parcel — adjacent to New Jersey Highway 35 in Eatontown and Oceanport — into 12 ultramodern soundstages totaling nearly 500,000 sq. ft. of new development, with the rest of the property slated to be redeveloped both for companies supporting the film industry and several community amenities.

"This transformative investment will serve as a cornerstone in our efforts to create a thriving industry from whole cloth," Murphy said in a statement. "As a result of nearly a billion dollars in film production spending, New Jersey will further solidify its status as an emerging national leader in the television and film industries.

"Additionally, Netflix's substantial direct investment will stimulate job creation and spark an entirely new ecosystem of housing, hotels, and ancillary businesses and services, bringing with it countless additional jobs and boosting the regional economy," he added.

Netflix's decision follows Lionsgate Studio's investment as the majority tenant in a branded film and TV production facility in the state, totaling 253,000 sq. ft., and currently under construction in Newark.

New Jersey, like Georgia and California, has increased tax incentives to Hollywood movie and TV show production since 2018 under a push by Murphy. Netflix's original zombie movie "Army of the Dead" was largely filmed in the Garden State.

Netflix's largest U.S.-based production facility is based in Albuquerque, N.M., where the hit TV shows "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," were made.

Netflix Bested Three Other Applicants for Property

The announcement follows an agreement between the Board of the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority (FMERA) and Netflix to sell the military installation to the studio for its redevelopment. FMERA's decision to do so was made at its Dec. 21 board meeting, according to Media Play News.

Netflix was one of four applicants that submitted proposals in response to a Request for Offers to Purchase (RFOTP) issued by FMERA last March, with a deadline of June 6, 2022. Netflix received the top evaluation score, according to the studio's news release.

The deal now enters a due diligence period and local approvals process before it can be finalized.

Netflix will pay $55 million for the parcel, including a utility contribution of $5 million and the FMERA office relocation fee of $3 million, per the terms of the RFOTP.

"We're thrilled to continue and expand our significant investment in New Jersey and North America," Ted Sarandos, Netflix co-CEO, and chief content officer, said in a statement. "We believe a Netflix studio can boost the local and state economy with thousands of new jobs and billions in economic output, while sparking a vibrant production ecosystem in New Jersey.

"We thank the FMERA [Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization] Board and their staff for selecting Netflix as the winning bid and for supporting our mission to create a state-of-the-art production facility at Fort Monmouth."

Twelve Soundstages Slated for Construction

Netflix's plans for a sustainable, integrated film studio campus will be completed in two phases over the course of several years, according to the company's press release.

The first phase will include the construction of 12 soundstages, each ranging in size from 15,000 to 40,000 sq. ft., with a minimum total buildout of between 180,000 and 480,000 sq. ft. Additional and ancillary upgrades to the former Army installation may include office space, production services buildings, mill space and studio backlots, among other uses customary to the film industry, with the potential for retail spaces as well.

"Netflix's decision to make a major investment in New Jersey is crystal clear evidence that Gov. Murphy's commitment to building a thriving film and television industry in New Jersey is working," New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) CEO Tim Sullivan explained in a statement.

Noting that the American film industry was born in nearby Fort Lee, N.J. in the late 1800s, Sullivan added that "under Gov. Murphy's leadership our state continues to be a place where production companies thrive. This project marks an extraordinary next chapter in the redevelopment of Fort Monmouth following the devastating closure of the base in 2011."

Media Play New noted that the parcel that will be developed by Netflix has residential, administrative, research and development buildings, warehouses, workshops and general-purpose facilities once used by the Army in the Boroughs of Eatontown and Oceanport, within the Main Post section of Fort Monmouth.

New Use for Fort Monmouth Universally Hailed

First opened during World War I, Fort Monmouth served as a home for various U.S. Army functions over the decades, including the service's Materiel Command headquarters. It was open to the public for tours until the 9/11 terrorist attacks, before the Pentagon recommended its decommissioning in 2005. The base finally closed Sept. 15, 2011.

"Our team is incredibly passionate about Fort Monmouth's revitalization and is committed to surpassing the Fort's prior role as a major economic driver in the region," FMERA executive director Kara Kopach said in a statement.

Oceanport Mayor Jay Coffey, in a release from his office, added, "A little over a decade ago, Oceanport's most important economic and social driver, Fort Monmouth, closed. When the Fort shut down, jobs disappeared, families moved away, and an empty, barren Fort Monmouth served as a constant reminder of what we had lost. From a redevelopment standpoint, however, what has transpired over the past six years or so in the Oceanport section of Fort Monmouth has been nothing short of remarkable.

"Netflix's arrival allows for an incredibly advantageous and creative re-use of this property and will serve to restore a great deal of economic vitality and social energy to Oceanport and Monmouth County at large," he continued.

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Netflix buys former Army base to create $850 million production studio in New Jersey

OCEANPORT, N.J. – Netflix is buying a former New Jersey Army base to create one of the largest production facilities in the world.On Wednesday, the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority (FMERA) voted to enter into a sales contract with the streaming giant to buy Fort Monmouth's Mega Parcel for $55 million. FMERA is the state agency in charge of redeveloping Fort Monmouth, which was shuttered by the U.S. Army in 20...

OCEANPORT, N.J. – Netflix is buying a former New Jersey Army base to create one of the largest production facilities in the world.

On Wednesday, the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority (FMERA) voted to enter into a sales contract with the streaming giant to buy Fort Monmouth's Mega Parcel for $55 million. FMERA is the state agency in charge of redeveloping Fort Monmouth, which was shuttered by the U.S. Army in 2011.

Netflix said it will invest upwards of $850 million to build a state-of-art production facility– one with 12 sound stages, ancillary production spaces and back lots, similar in size and scope to its New Mexico studios – to produce TV series and films, including originals. Production will also occasionally go on location at scenic backdrops around the state.

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"This will be a key focal point for us and it will be our East Coast production hub," said Rajiv Dalal, Netflix's director of content & studio affairs.

Netflix's economic impact

Netflix estimates it will generate between $7.4 billion and $8.9 billion in output over the next 20 years for production and construction. The value added to New Jersey’s economy as a direct result of that activity during that same period would be between $3.8 billion and $4.6 billion, it estimates.

During peak construction, Netflix estimates the project will contribute as many as 3,500 jobs. Once the studio is fully operational, it estimates that Netflix production could contribute between 1,400 and 2,200 jobs annually.

In addition, Netflix expects there to be a considerable ripple effect as the production hub could spark private sector capital investment into adjacent industry infrastructure and businesses, including post-production and other digital facilities and services.

New Jersey emerges as hub for Hollywood

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy called the investment transformative and a cornerstone in the state's efforts to create a thriving industry, he said in a news release issued after the approval. In total, New Jersey was home to 725 productions in 2021, including 68 feature films and 132 television series.

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"As a result of nearly a billion dollars in film production spending, New Jersey will further solidify its status as an emerging national leader in the television and film industries," Murphy said.

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority said the annual report by the state’s Film and Television Commission found that film and television production in New Jersey shattered all previous records in 2021, with the industry spending more than a half a billion dollars in the state and creating more than 5,500 jobs.

Why did Netflix choose New Jersey over Georgia?

Two months ago, Netflix jumped protocol when it announced it was the chosen bid in a pool of several developers vying for Fort Monmouth’s Mega Parcel, a 300-acre parcel in parts of Eatontown and Oceanport.

In April 2021, Murphy wrote a letter to major Hollywood studios like Disney, Warner Bros., and Netflix in an attempt to lure them away from Georgia after a fight over changes in voter registration laws there.

Murphy offered the companies competitive tax breaks as part of a $14.5 billion economic incentive package that "makes the Garden State just as competitive as Georgia to attract film and television production businesses," Murphy wrote in the letter.

Murphy touted the New Jersey Film and Digital Media Tax Credit program, which he signed into law in 2018 to encourage film and television studios and productions to choose New Jersey.

While Netflix's ears were certainly piqued by the tax incentives Murphy dangled before it, in the end, one of the biggest selling points, was the land. Dalal said its not easy to find a "large swath of land" near a major metropolitan location such as New York City.

Netflix was attracted to New Jersey's workforce, too, which Dalal says has top-notch crews and a vibrant creative sector that the company intends to tap into and further enrich.

Will Netflix keep its existing studios open after Fort Monmouth is built?

Dalal said the company's studios in Georgia, Toronto and Brooklyn will stay open even after the Fort Monmouth facility is built.

"We're thrilled to continue and expand our significant investment in New Jersey and North America," said Ted Sarandos, Netflix Co-CEO and chief content officer in a prepared statement.

When will studio construction begin?

There's still a long road ahead before the streaming giant physically builds studios at the old fort. Netflix has a 36-month window to complete its due diligence on the site and acquire local approvals before closing on the property.

It has seen developers walk away from various properties at the fort during the due diligence period. Twice developers proposed plans for residential and commercial developments in the 80-acre Parcel B, but failed to close on the site.

The 'unique' historical property will keep spaces open to the public

The site is enormous and comes with many challenges, not the least of which is derelict buildings that will have to be knocked down. The Mega Parcel is the largest FMERA has offered for sale since it began the process redeveloping the fort over a decade ago.

The property, which was put put to public bid in June, consists of several redevelopment districts and was appraised at $55.4 million.

Dalal said Netflix will dedicate the entire site to the production facility. There are areas in the parcel, such as the parade grounds, that must remain open spaces, as was laid out in the fort's re-use plan, which was drafted just prior to the fort's closing. Dalal said their final site design will most likely go through several drafts.

"We're going to do the best we can to preserve monuments, flag grounds, parade grounds. There's going to be some walking trails. It's a really unique site," he said.

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