E-Newsletter: December 29, 2022

E-Newsletter

December 29, 2022

MAYOR'S MESSAGE

From Mayor Leonard Desiderio...

For many of us, the end of December is a perfect time to look back and reflect on the various events that occurred during the past year – and I am happy to report that here in Sea Isle City we had a very enjoyable and productive 2022!

As is the case each year, 2022 began with a focus on the future, because we always strive to ensure that the improvement projects we have planned are completed in a timely and efficient manner, and we want to make certain that we are fully prepared for the year ahead (including the approaching summer season).

CITY COUNCIL'S MESSAGE

From The Members of City Council...

At the start of the December 27 City Council meeting, Mayor Desiderio mentioned that the City’s proposed 5-year Capital Plan was on the meeting’s Consent Agenda (Resolution 243), and he explained some of the projects that it will fund. Subsequently, City Council approved Resolution 243, thereby adopting the 2023-2027 Capital Plan, which includes funding for general capital expenses (including equipment & vehicles, beach-to-bay corridor projects & beach replenishment, roads & drainage, maintaining the Marina, facilities & buildings, and operations & office equipment), along with water-sewer projects (including utility equipment & vehicle purchases, and utility improvements).

PROJECT UPDATES

Firehouse Bunk Rooms

Roadway Reconstruction

Demolition of Public School

Storm Sewer Upgrades and More...

CLICK HERE for the Latest Project Updates

NEW YEAR'S EVE

Fireworks & Jitney Service

On December 31

FIREWORKS:

Sea Isle City’s annual New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show will take place on December 31, at 8:00 PM, on the JFK Boulevard Beach. Please be aware that some public areas near JFK Boulevard and the Promenade will be closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic during the fireworks show.

JITNEYS:

Jitney Service will be available on New Year’s Eve (Saturday, December 31) from 5:00 PM to 3:00 AM along Landis Avenue, 29th to 94th Street. The Jitney will also make stops at Fish Alley upon request. The fee per person is $2 each way (4:00 to 11:00 PM) and $4 (11:00 PM to 3:00 AM). Children (age 5 and younger, sitting on an adult’s lap) ride for free. For more info about Sea Isle City’s Jitney Service, phone 609-513-0312.

CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOSAL

How To Dispose of

Live Christmas Trees

When the Christmas rush is over, the Department of Public Works will collect fresh-cut (live) Christmas Trees each Friday in January. Residents are reminded to please remove all decorations (including tinsel) before placing their fresh-cut Christmas trees on the curb for collection. For additional information, please phone the DPW at 609-263-6000.

BEACH TAGS

Useful Beach Tag Info

2023 Holiday Beach Tags have sold out.
2023 Regular Seasonal Beach Tags go on sale January 3.
2023 Saint Patrick’s Beach Tags go on sale February 21.
2023 Veterans Beach Tags will be available starting April 1.
The $20 pre-season rate for seasonal beach tags ends May 15; afterwards the seasonal rate of $25 will apply.
Beach Tags are required for all beach-goers (age 12 and older) from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day.

MEDICINE DROP BOX

Rid Your Home of

Dangerous Medications

The end of the year is the ideal time to clean-out you medicine cabinets and rid your homes of unwanted/unneeded prescription drugs. The Sea Isle City Police Department has a Medicine Drop Box located in the lobby of City Hall at 233 JFK Boulevard, which allows residents and visitors to safely and anonymously dispose of unwanted prescription medications (24-hours a day, 7-days a week, no fee required). Please remove labels containing names and other personal info before depositing medications in the drop box. Needles, sharp instruments, and liquids are not accepted. To learn more about Sea Isle City’s Medicine Drop Box, call the SICPD at 609-263-4311.

TURTLE T-SHIRTS

Environmental Commission T-Shirts

Available At The Welcome Center

The Sea Isle City Environmental Commission’s Limited Edition 2023 “Turtle T-Shirts” are on sale at the Welcome Center. Short-sleeved shirts cost $10 each, long-sleeved shirts are $20, and “Turtle Caps” cost $20. The Welcome Center is open Monday thru Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Proceeds from the sale of the shirts and caps benefit Environmental Commission projects, which help keep Sea Isle City green and beautiful.

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

There's Always Something

Fun Happening in Sea Isle City

CLICK HERE for our Calendar of Events

CLICK HERE for City-Sponsored Fitness Programs

TRASH & RECYCLING

Sea Isle City is a Recycling Community

CLICK HERE for the Trash & Recycling Home Page

CLICK HERE for the Public Works Home Page

CLICK HERE for Sea Isle's Sustainable Jersey Page

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

There Are Many Ways to Stay Active

Sea Isle City is home to many clubs, civic organizations, boards and commissions. Click the links below for more information about these groups...

Clubs and Organizations

Boards and Commissions

DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION?

Would You Like to Speak With a City Official?

If you have questions or concerns, there is no need to wait for an upcoming City Council meeting to express your thoughts. You can contact the head of any City Department to obtain the answers you need. For a complete list of contact information, visit our Municipal Website, www.seaislecitynj.us, or phone City Hall at 609-263-4461.

RECENT PHOTOS

Have You Seen

What's Been Happening?

POLICE PROMOTIONS

On December 19, Mayor Desiderio led a swearing-in ceremony at City Hall, where two members of the Sea Isle City Police Department were promoted: Captain Steven Conte and Sergeant Nicholas Giordano.

CLICK HERE for Photos of the Swearing-In Ceremony

VFW - WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA

On December 20, VFW Post 1963’s Auxiliary participated in the annual “Wreaths Across America” event by placing holiday wreaths on the grave markers at the Cape May County Veterans Cemetery and at the Union Bethel Civil War Cemetery in Erma.

CLICK HERE for Photos of Wreaths Across America

FIRST BANK DONATIONS

On December 21, First Bank of Sea Isle City made sizable contributions to several local organization: United Methodist Food Cupboard, VFW Post 1963 Auxiliary, and Mayor Desiderio’s Holiday Toy and Food Drive.

CLICK HERE for Photos of the First Bank Donations

TOY & FOOD DRIVE

On December 22, Mayor Desiderio and his “Elves” delivered the many gifts that were donated during the Mayor’s 2022 Holiday Toy and Food Drive.

CLICK HERE for Photos of the Toy & Food Drive

Sea Isle City's Municipal Website:

www.SeaIsleCityNJ.us

Sea Isle City's Visitor's Website:

www.VISITSICNJ.com